Description

4-Amino-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic amino acid derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a hydroxymethyl group on the benzoic acid core, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Mimetics & Conjugates: The functional groups enable its incorporation into peptide backbones or as a linker for bioconjugation in drug discovery.
• Ligand & Chelator Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands in catalysis and metal-chelating agents.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Useful in the synthesis of complex aromatic dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1378955-81-7
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-aminobenzoic Acid; 4-Amino-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-amino-3-(hydroxymethyl)-; 4-Amino-m-hydroxy-methylbenzoic Acid; 3-Carboxy-6-aminobenzyl Alcohol; 2-Amino-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid (tautomeric form); 4-Amino-3-hydroxymethyl-benzoesäure (German); AHB Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-3-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and production use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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