Description

1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Amino-2-Hydroxy- is a multifunctional aromatic compound that serves as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both amino and hydroxy substituents on a dicarboxylic acid core, makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This chemical is essential for R&D and production in industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, where precise molecular architecture is critical for performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting specific receptors or requiring chelating properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its bifunctional reactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a core structure for producing azo dyes and complex organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polyamides, polyesters, or epoxy resins to introduce cross-linking sites, enhance thermal stability, or modify solubility.
• Metal Chelation & Catalysis: Functions as a ligand for metal ions in catalytic systems or in wastewater treatment processes for heavy metal sequestration.
• Research & Development: A valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science research for constructing novel molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Amino-2-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	859964-08-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO5
Molecular Weight	197.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Amino-2-hydroxyisophthalic acid; 5-Amino-2-hydroxybenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxy-5-aminoisophthalic acid; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-amino-2-hydroxy-; Amino-hydroxyisophthalic acid; 5-Amino-2-hydroxy-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Amino-2-Hydroxy- 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 the high standards required for synthesis and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.