Description

2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid is a specialized nitroaromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both phenolic and carboxylic acid functional groups on a dinitro-substituted benzene ring, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing complex molecules, including dyes, pigments, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity compound is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale production facilities focused on fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial precursor for creating high-performance azo dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: An important reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing nitroaromatic compounds and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty materials with tailored properties.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	854452-52-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O7
Molecular Weight	242.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dinitro-2-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic Acid; 4-Methyl-3,5-dinitrosalicylic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-4-methyl-3,5-dinitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-3,5-dinitro-; 3,5-Dinitro-4-methylsalicylic Acid; DNMSA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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