Description

o-Acetylsalicylhydroxamic Acid is a specialized hydroxamic acid derivative, a class of compounds known for their potent metal-chelating properties. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and a functional ligand in research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily utilized by professionals in pharmaceutical R&D, chemical synthesis, and metallurgy for developing novel chelating agents, enzyme inhibitors, and catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metalloenzymes.
• Research Chemical: Used in academic and industrial laboratories as a model hydroxamic acid for studying metal ion coordination chemistry and inhibition mechanisms.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the development of advanced chelators used in water treatment, metal recovery, and analytical chemistry.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to introduce the hydroxamic acid functional group into more complex molecular architectures.
• Analytical Reagent: Potential use in the colorimetric detection and quantification of specific metal ions due to its selective binding affinity.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Acetylsalicylhydroxamic Acid
CAS No.	199854-00-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetyloxy)-N-hydroxybenzamide; 2-Acetoxybenzhydroxamic Acid; Acetylsalicylhydroxamic Acid; ASHA; N-Hydroxy-2-acetoxybenzamide; o-Acetoxybenzhydroxamic Acid; Salicylhydroxamic Acid Acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our o-Acetylsalicylhydroxamic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Specifications can be developed to meet the requirements of research and cGMP-grade applications.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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