Description

2-Hydroxybenzylidenemalononitrile is an important organic intermediate and building block in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the production of heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and functional materials. It is needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules and heterocyclic compounds with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for creating specialized dyes, optical brighteners, and colorants.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, non-linear optical (NLO) materials, and other functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in cyclization and condensation reactions.
• Ligand and Complex Formation: Can be used in coordination chemistry for the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxybenzylidenemalononitrile
CAS No.	6968-92-9
Molecular Formula	C10H6N2O
Molecular Weight	170.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxybenzylidene Malononitrile; 2-[(2-Hydroxyphenyl)methylene]propanedinitrile; Salicylidenemalononitrile; o-Hydroxybenzylidenemalononitrile; 2-Hydroxybenzalmalononitrile; (2-Hydroxybenzylidene)malononitrile; NSC 403697; 2-Hydroxybenzylidenepropanedinitrile
EINECS	230-175-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxybenzylidenemalononitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%

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