Date published: 2026-4-24

1-800-457-3801

SCBT Portrait Logo
Seach Input

2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-Nitrobenzenol (CAS 39224-61-8)

0.0(0)
Write a reviewAsk a question

Alternate Names:
2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol
CAS Number:
39224-61-8
Purity:
98%
Molecular Weight:
169.13
Molecular Formula:
C7H7NO4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

QUICK LINKS

2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-nitrophenol, known as 2-H4NP, is a versatile chemical compound that finds extensive applications in scientific research. It primarily serves as an intermediate in synthesizing a wide range of compounds. It serves as a probe in investigating enzyme-catalyzed reactions and acts as a substrate for examining the binding of metal ions to proteins. As a substrate, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-nitrophenol interacts with various enzymes, including oxidoreductases and transferases. In this capacity, the enzyme facilitates the catalytic conversion of the substrate, leading to the formation of a product. Similarly, when employed as a substrate for metal ions like iron, copper, and zinc, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-nitrophenol undergoes binding to the ion, which triggers a catalyzed reaction resulting in a product.

Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-Nitrobenzenol, 5 g

sc-230392
5 g
$84.00