Description

Glyoxylate 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone is a specialized chemical derivative of glyoxylic acid, primarily utilized as a key analytical reagent. This compound is highly valued for its role in the detection and quantification of carbonyl compounds, particularly aldehydes and ketones, through the formation of characteristic hydrazone derivatives. It is an essential tool for analytical chemists and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, environmental testing, and food safety industries, where precise chemical analysis is critical.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Primary use as a derivatizing agent for the spectrophotometric and chromatographic (HPLC, GC) analysis of carbonyl-containing compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Control: Used in impurity profiling and stability testing of drug substances to detect and quantify aldehyde and ketone impurities.
• Environmental Monitoring: Applied in the analysis of airborne aldehydes (e.g., formaldehyde) and other carbonyl pollutants in environmental samples.
• Food and Flavor Analysis: Employed to identify and measure carbonyl compounds that contribute to flavor, aroma, or indicate spoilage in food products.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a tool in metabolic studies for trapping and analyzing reactive carbonyl species generated in biological systems.
• Material Science: Can be used in the characterization of polymers and materials that contain or release carbonyl groups during degradation or processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glyoxylate 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone
CAS No.	3158-42-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6N4O6
Molecular Weight	254.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyoxylic Acid 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone; (Oxoacetic acid)-2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; Glyoxalic Acid 2,4-DNPH; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of Glyoxylic Acid; Glyoxylate DNPH; DNPH Derivative of Glyoxylic Acid; 2-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)hydrazono)acetic acid
EINECS	221-608-8

Quality Control

Our Glyoxylate 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR, purity assessment by HPLC, and verification of physical properties to ensure it meets the high standards required for precise analytical work. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled to minimize prolonged exposure to light and atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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