Description

3-Hydroxy-4-Nitrobenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and a nitro group ortho to the nitrile functionality, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty dyes. Its reliable synthesis and consistent quality are essential for ensuring reproducibility in downstream applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with benzofuran or quinoline cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants requiring nitro and cyano groups.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for electron-deficient units in organic semiconductors and non-linear optical materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create novel chelating ligands for metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in methodological studies involving nitration, cyanation, or nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4-Nitrobenzonitrile
CAS No.	18495-15-3
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O3
Molecular Weight	164.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-3-hydroxybenzonitrile; 3-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile; 2-Cyano-6-nitrophenol; 2-Hydroxy-5-cyanomitrobenzene; 4-Nitro-3-cyanophenol; 3-Cyano-4-nitrophenol; Benzonitrile, 3-hydroxy-4-nitro-; 18495-15-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-4-Nitrobenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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