Description

3,4-Dihydroxy-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both phenolic hydroxyl groups and a nitro substituent, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, dyes, and agrochemicals. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and material science who require high-purity building blocks for advanced applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex phenolic or nitro-aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized azo dyes and colorants due to its reactive aldehyde and hydroxyl groups.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a starting material for synthesizing organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and creating novel molecular libraries.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts, leveraging its chelating hydroxyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxy-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	50545-37-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO5
Molecular Weight	183.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde; 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-nitrobenzaldehyde; 2-Nitroprotocatechualdehyde; 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Protocatechualdehyde, 2-nitro-; Benzaldehyde, 3,4-dihydroxy-2-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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