5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol

CAS: 60463-12-9

Ref. 3D-KCA46312

Product Information

• Name: 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol is a hydrogen bond donor that has been used to coat materials. This compound has been shown to induce a phase transition in the cervical cancer cells, leading to apoptosis. The binding experiments show that it binds to lectin, but not nucleophilic groups. 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol also inhibits the uptake of glucose by cells and reduces the growth of tumor cells in vitro.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 169.13 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₇NO₄
• Purity: Min. 95%