Description

Benzonitrile, 5-Formyl-2-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is a versatile aromatic nitrile derivative characterized by its formyl and hydroxy functional groups. This compound serves as a critical high-purity building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its bifunctional reactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of advanced colorants and optical brighteners due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for engineering polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Academic and Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzonitrile, 5-Formyl-2-Hydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	73289-79-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5NO2
Molecular Weight	147.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzonitrile; 2-Hydroxy-5-formylbenzonitrile; 5-Cyano-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-5-cyanobenzaldehyde; Salicylonitrile-5-carboxaldehyde; 5-Formylsalicylonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzonitrile, 5-Formyl-2-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency to meet the rigorous demands of process chemistry and scale-up. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.