Description

5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-One 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is a specialized organic derivative of benzocycloheptenone, widely utilized as a key analytical reagent and synthetic intermediate. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a derivatizing agent for the identification and quantification of carbonyl compounds via HPLC and spectrophotometric methods. This compound is essential for research and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise analytical characterization is critical.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a derivatizing reagent for the sensitive detection and analysis of aldehydes and ketones via formation of colored hydrazones.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in impurity profiling, stability testing, and the characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing carbonyl functional groups.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials.
• Environmental Testing: Applied in methods for detecting trace levels of carbonyl pollutants in air and water samples.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool in organic synthesis and mechanistic studies within university and corporate research laboratories.
• Quality Assurance: Integral to in-process control and final product release testing in chemical manufacturing to ensure specification compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-One 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone
CAS No.	22647-73-0
Molecular Formula	C19H16N4O4
Molecular Weight	364.36 g/mol
Synonyms	5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-one 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of 5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-one; 5-Oxo-5H-benzocycloheptene 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; Suberenone 2,4-DNPH; 5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-one, 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; 22647-73-0; 5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-One DNPH Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5H-Benzocyclohepten-5-One 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizers and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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