Description

Benzoic Acid, 3,5-Dinitro-, Sodium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble sodium salt derivative of 3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and analytical reagent. Its well-defined chemical structure and consistent quality make it essential for processes requiring precise reactivity and reliable results. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used in derivatization reactions for the identification and quantification of various organic compounds via spectroscopic methods.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the manufacturing of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants due to its nitro-substituted aromatic structure.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for method development, catalysis studies, and novel compound synthesis.
• Chemical Standard: Functions as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibration and quality control in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 3,5-Dinitro-, Sodium Salt
CAS No.	6226-55-7
Molecular Formula	C7H3N2NaO6
Molecular Weight	234.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 3,5-Dinitrobenzoate; 3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid Sodium Salt; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dinitro-, sodium salt (1:1); DNBS Sodium Salt; Sodium 3,5-DNB; 3,5-DNBA Sodium Salt; 3,5-Dinitrobenzoat de sodium (French); Natrium-3,5-dinitrobenzoat (German)
EINECS	228-312-7

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzoic Acid, 3,5-Dinitro-, Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards through rigorous in-process and final release testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, yellow solution

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