Description

5-Amino-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic compound featuring both amino and nitro functional groups on a benzoic acid backbone, making it a valuable intermediate for complex synthesis. Its bifunctional nature allows for selective chemical transformations, enabling the production of high-value dyes, pigments, and advanced pharmaceutical agents. This chemical is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific optical or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a nitro- and amino-substituted aromatic core.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial precursor for the production of azo dyes, pigments, and other colorants used in textiles, inks, and coatings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and other fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	132080-60-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O4
Molecular Weight	182.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-aminobenzoic Acid; 5-Amino-2-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-amino-2-nitro-; 2-Nitro-5-aminobenzoic acid; 5-Amino-o-nitrobenzoic acid; 2-Carboxy-4-nitroaniline; 4-Nitroanthranilic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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