Description

2-Hydroxyacetophenone is a versatile aromatic ketone and a key organic intermediate with significant commercial value. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a carbonyl group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain analgesics and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to form heterocyclic compounds.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating specific aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavor formulations due to its acetophenone backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in chemical research and development for synthesizing chalcones, benzofurans, and other fine chemicals.
• UV Absorber / Stabilizer Precursor: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of compounds used to protect polymers and coatings from ultraviolet light degradation.
• Photographic Chemical: Used in certain specialized photographic development processes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Hydroxyacetophenone
CAS No.	582-24-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Hydroxyacetophenone; 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanone; 2-Acetylphenol; Methyl 2-hydroxyphenyl ketone; Phenacyl alcohol; Acetophenone, 2-hydroxy-; o-Acetylphenol
EINECS	209-478-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyacetophenone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and key physical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	85°C - 89°C
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.