Description

o-Toluic Hydrazide is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a hydrazide functional group attached to an ortho-toluic acid backbone. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors need this high-purity intermediate to develop new products and optimize synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a chain modifier or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Component in specialty chemical blends for metal surface treatment.
• Research & Development: Valuable building block for medicinal chemistry and novel material discovery in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Toluic Hydrazide
CAS No.	7658-80-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight	150.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbenzhydrazide; o-Toluylic Hydrazide; 2-Methylbenzohydrazide; (2-Methylbenzoyl)hydrazine; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-, hydrazide; NSC 403697; Hydrazide, o-toluoyl
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Quality Control

Our o-Toluic Hydrazide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive applications like pharmaceutical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °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.