Description

Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoate is a versatile organic ester derivative of salicylic acid, featuring both hydroxyl and nitro functional groups. This compound is a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactivity profile. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, leveraging its nitro and ester groups for further transformations.
• Chemical Intermediate for UV Absorbers: A potential starting material in the manufacture of specialty chemicals used in polymer stabilization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	90564-38-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO5
Molecular Weight	211.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Nitrosalicylate; 2-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-nitro-2-hydroxybenzoate; 3-Nitro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoate; Ethyl 3-nitrosalicylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow 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.