Description

4-Hydroxymethyl-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxymethyl group on a nitro-substituted benzene ring, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where its reactive sites allow for selective modifications. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in fine chemical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of complex azo dyes and other colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the development of advanced electronic display materials due to its rigid, functionalized structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxymethyl-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	82379-38-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO5
Molecular Weight	197.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-nitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(hydroxymethyl)-3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-4-carboxybenzyl alcohol; 4-Carboxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxymethyl-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele in research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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