Description

5-Hydroxy-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a nitro-substituted aldehyde, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing benzofuran, quinoline, or other fused heterocyclic ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive aldehyde and nitro groups for molecular diversification.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the production of azo dyes and complex organic pigments, where its structure contributes to color properties and molecular stability.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry, useful in industrial catalytic processes.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing novel organic compounds for material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of various fine chemicals, including UV absorbers, photographic chemicals, and other specialty organic products.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	42454-06-8
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO4
Molecular Weight	167.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzaldehyde; 2-Nitro-5-hydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Nitroresorcylaldehyde; 5-Hydroxy-2-nitro-benzaldehyde; 2-Nitro-5-hydroxy-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-hydroxy-2-nitro-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxy-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, IR for identification, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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