Description

3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone is a specialized organic derivative of 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine (DNPH), a classic reagent for the detection and characterization of carbonyl compounds. This compound is valued for its role as a key analytical standard and reagent in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and chemical manufacturers involved in method development, quality control, and advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• HPLC & LC-MS Reference Standard: Used for the calibration, validation, and quantification of carbonyl compounds, particularly aldehydes, in complex matrices.
• Derivatization Reagent: Acts as a chromogenic/fluorogenic tagging agent for the sensitive detection of 3-hydroxybenzaldehyde and related aromatic aldehydes.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a building block or protected intermediate in the synthesis of more complex hydrazone-based molecules for pharmaceutical or material science research.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed in developing and optimizing analytical protocols for environmental monitoring, food safety, and pharmaceutical impurity profiling.
• Teaching & Research: Used in academic settings for practical demonstrations of carbonyl chemistry, derivatization techniques, and spectroscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone
CAS No.	1160-77-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀N₄O₅
Molecular Weight	302.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde 2,4-DNPH; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of 3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde; m-Hydroxybenzaldehyde 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; (E)-2-(3-Hydroxybenzylidene)hydrazine-1,2,4-trinitrobenzene; Benzaldehyde, 3-hydroxy-, 2-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)hydrazone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR) to ensure it meets the high standards required for analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical data, and test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.