Description

2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-3,5-Dinitro-Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its nitro and hydroxy functional groups. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants due to its nitro and aldehyde functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Coordination Chemistry: Potential ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and material science applications.
• Photographic Chemical: Intermediate in the synthesis of certain light-sensitive compounds used in photographic emulsions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-3,5-Dinitro-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	90196-51-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6N2O6
Molecular Weight	226.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dinitro-2-hydroxy-4-methylbenzaldehyde; 4-Methyl-3,5-dinitrosalicylaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-4-methyl-3,5-dinitrobenzaldehyde; 3,5-Dinitro-4-methylsalicylaldehyde; 4-Methyl-2-hydroxy-3,5-dinitrobenzaldehyde; Salicylaldehyde, 4-methyl-3,5-dinitro-; Benzaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-3,5-dinitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-3,5-Dinitro-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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	≤ 10 ppm

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