Description

3-Hydroxy-4-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a nitro group ortho to the aldehyde, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, dyes, and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitro and aldehyde functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive sites.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and pilot plants for constructing benzofuran, quinoline, and other heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes.
• Performance Material Research: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors and non-linear optical materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	704-13-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO4
Molecular Weight	167.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-3-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 3-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzaldehyde; 4-Nitroresorcylaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde; 5-Nitro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 3-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; NSC 403697
EINECS	211-874-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-4-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, IR, and other relevant methods. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	162 - 166 °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.