Description

2-Formyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde and carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a formyl and a nitro group ortho to the carboxylic acid, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of quinoline derivatives, benzodiazepine analogs, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive nitro and aldehyde groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating ligand for metal ions, useful in catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions and constructing multi-functional aromatic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	7464-91-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5NO5
Molecular Weight	195.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-formylbenzoic Acid; 5-Nitrophthalaldehydic Acid; 2-Carboxy-4-nitrobenzaldehyde; 4-Nitro-2-carboxybenzaldehyde; 5-Nitrosalicylaldehyde-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Formyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 7464-91-7
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Quality Control

Our 2-Formyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	205 - 210 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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