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Atomfair N-Hydroxymethylphthalimide C9H7NO3

Description N-Hydroxymethylphthalimide (CAS 118-29-6) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C9H7NO3. This white to off-white crystalline solid is widely utilized in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. As a derivative of phthalimide, it features a hydroxymethyl group (-CH2OH) attached to the nitrogen atom, enhancing its reactivity in nucleophilic substitutions and polymer applications. With a molecular weight of 177.16 g/mol, it is soluble in polar organic solvents such as DMSO, DMF, and acetone, but exhibits limited solubility in water. Ideal for researchers developing bioactive compounds, crosslinking agents, or polymer modifiers, this reagent is rigorously tested for consistency (??98%…

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N-Hydroxymethylphthalimide (CAS 118-29-6) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C9H7NO3. This white to off-white crystalline solid is widely utilized in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. As a derivative of phthalimide, it features a hydroxymethyl group (-CH2OH) attached to the nitrogen atom, enhancing its reactivity in nucleophilic substitutions and polymer applications. With a molecular weight of 177.16 g/mol, it is soluble in polar organic solvents such as DMSO, DMF, and acetone, but exhibits limited solubility in water. Ideal for researchers developing bioactive compounds, crosslinking agents, or polymer modifiers, this reagent is rigorously tested for consistency (??98% purity by HPLC) and supplied in secure, light-resistant packaging to ensure stability.

  • CAS No: 118-29-6
  • Molecular Formula: C9H7NO3
  • Molecular Weight: 177.16
  • Exact Mass: 177.042593085
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 177.042593085
  • IUPAC Name: 2-(hydroxymethyl)isoindole-1,3-dione
  • SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)N(C2=O)CO
  • Synonyms: N-(Hydroxymethyl)phthalimide, 118-29-6, N-Hydroxymethylphthalimide, Phthalimidomethyl alcohol, N-Methylolphthalimide

Application

N-Hydroxymethylphthalimide serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is employed in the development of crosslinking agents for resins and polymers due to its reactive hydroxymethyl group. Researchers also utilize it to synthesize N-substituted phthalimide derivatives for antimicrobial or anticancer studies. Its stability and functional group compatibility make it valuable in peptide coupling and protecting group strategies.

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