Description

2-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-Benzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both phenolic hydroxyl and nitro substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro and cyano functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its aromatic nitro structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in research and development for constructing heterocyclic compounds and other specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Applications: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	28177-79-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O3
Molecular Weight	164.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2-hydroxybenzonitrile; 2-Cyano-6-nitrophenol; 6-Nitrosalicylonitrile; Salicylonitrile, 6-nitro-; Benzonitrile, 2-hydroxy-3-nitro-; 2-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzonitrile; 6-Nitro-2-hydroxybenzonitrile; 6-Nitrosalicylonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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