Description

2,6-Dihydroxybenzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative featuring two hydroxyl groups in the ortho positions. This compound serves as a critical high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique substitution pattern that enables selective functionalization. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research organizations, as well as by manufacturers of specialty chemicals and dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a dihydroxybenzonitrile core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers, such as polyesters and polycarbonates with specific functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via reactions involving its nitrile and phenolic hydroxyl groups.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,6-Dihydroxybenzonitrile
CAS No.	57764-46-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO2
Molecular Weight	135.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dihydroxybenzonitrile; 2,6-Dihydroxybenzene carbonitrile; 2-Cyano-1,3-dihydroxybenzene; Benzonitrile, 2,6-dihydroxy-; 1,3-Dihydroxy-2-cyanobenzene; 2,6-Dihydroxybenzenecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dihydroxybenzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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