3,4-Dihydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (CAS No: 116313-85-0) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Entacapone. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: Benzaldehyde, 3,4-dihydroxy-5-nitro-; Entacapone EP Impurity C(Mixtures of tautomers)
CAS No: 116313-85-0
PubChem CID: 5748957
Mol Formula: C7H5NO5
Mol Weight: 183.12 g/mol
Used in API: Entacapone
IUPAC Name: 3,4-dihydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
API Intermediate Description: 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (DHNB) is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and dyes. It is also investigated as a potential therapeutic agent for hyperuricemia and gout because it is a potent inhibitor of xanthine oxidase. Additionally, it has been used in an analytical method to measure methoxy groups in chronic kidney disease.
