2,3-Dihydroxybenzonitrile, with the CAS number 67984-81-0, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both hydroxyl (-OH) groups and a nitrile (-C≡N) functional group attached to a benzene ring. This compound features two hydroxyl groups located at the 2 and 3 positions relative to the nitrile group, which significantly influences its chemical properties and reactivity. It is typically a white to off-white solid at room temperature and is soluble in polar solvents due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which can engage in hydrogen bonding. The compound may exhibit various biological activities, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and materials science. Its synthesis often involves the hydroxylation of benzonitrile derivatives, and it can be utilized in various applications, including as an intermediate in organic synthesis or as a reagent in chemical reactions. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances.

2,3-Dihydroxybenzonitrile

67984-81-0: o-Pyrocatechunitrile, Benzonitrile, 2,3-dihydroxy-, 2,3-Dihydroxybenzonitrile

2,3-Dihydroxybenzonitrile is a metabolite of benzonitrile. It is an organic solvent that has been shown to be metabolized to the inorganic form by cytochrome P450 and sulfate dehydrogenase. 2,3-Dihydroxybenzonitrile can also be converted into an amide or benzyl chloride by dehydration. It has been shown to transform into pesticides such as dinitrochlorobenzene and nitrophenols in the presence of light.

CAS 67984-81-0: 2,3-Dihydroxybenzonitrile

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