1634-82-8 | 2-(4-Hydroxyphenylazo)benzoic acid

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
250mg	98%	in stock	$25.00	$18.00
1g	98%	in stock	$26.00	$18.00
5g	98%	in stock	$29.00	$21.00
10g	98%	in stock	$49.00	$34.00
25g	98%	in stock	$93.00	$66.00
100g	98%	in stock	$327.00	$229.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AA85445
• Chemical Name: 2-(4-Hydroxyphenylazo)benzoic acid
• CAS Number: 1634-82-8
• Molecular Formula: C13H10N2O3
• Molecular Weight: 242.2301
• MDL Number: MFCD00002428
• SMILES: Oc1ccc(cc1)N=Nc1ccccc1C(=O)O

Upstream Synthesis Route

2-(4′-Hydroxyphenylazo)benzoic acid, also known as HPABA, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This compound plays a crucial role in the production of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals due to its ability to undergo various chemical reactions. In particular, HPABA is commonly utilized as a coupling agent in azo dye synthesis. By reacting with diazonium salts of aromatic amines, HPABA enables the formation of vibrant azo dyes with excellent color properties.Additionally, HPABA can be employed as a building block in the organic synthesis of biologically active compounds. Its unique structure containing both a phenylazo group and a carboxylic acid functionality offers opportunities for further derivatization and modification. This enables chemists to tailor the molecular structure of the final product to achieve specific properties or biological activities.Furthermore, the remarkable stability and compatibility of 2-(4′-Hydroxyphenylazo)benzoic acid make it a valuable reagent in research and industrial applications. Its versatility and utility in chemical synthesis make HPABA an indispensable tool for creating a wide range of functional materials and pharmaceuticals.