Compound Q&A
How is 3-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS: 619-14-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid can be synthesized via nitration of 3-hydroxybenzoic acid using concentrated nitric acid and sulfuric acid as the nitrating mixture. Alternatively, it can be produced by nitration of 3-hydroxybenzaldehyde followed by oxidation. The yield is around 70-80%, and the reaction is typically conducted under controlled conditions to ensure selectivity.
About
CAS No
619-14-7
English Name
3-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5NO5
Molecular Weight
183.12 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
XLDLRRGZWIEEHT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 08:06
