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N-Hydroxymethyl Phthalimide (NHMP)

High-purity N-Hydroxymethyl Phthalimide (NHMP, CAS 118-29-6) supplied as a white crystalline powder. A functionalized phthalimide intermediate used across pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye manufacturing, including controlled-release and modified-release formulation chemistry.

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High-purity N-Hydroxymethyl Phthalimide (NHMP, CAS 118-29-6) supplied as a white crystalline powder. A functionalized phthalimide intermediate used across pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye manufacturing, including controlled-release and modified-release formulation chemistry.

Technical Overview

N-Hydroxymethyl Phthalimide (NHMP) – CAS 118-29-6

2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione

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Product Code

PPC005

CAS Number

118-29-6

Category

Phthalimide derivative

Molecular Formula

C9H7NO3

Molecular Weight

177.16

Synonyms

NHMP,N-(Hydroxymethyl)phthalimide

Description

High-purity N-Hydroxymethyl Phthalimide (NHMP, CAS 118-29-6) supplied as a white crystalline powder. A functionalized phthalimide intermediate used across pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye manufacturing, including controlled-release and modified-release formulation chemistry.

Applications

  • Pharmaceutical synthesis, including controlled-release and modified-release excipient intermediates
  • Agrochemical intermediate
  • Dye and pigment manufacturing
  • Research and development for release-modifying technologies

Specifications

Appearance
White crystalline powder
Purity (HPLC)
NLT 98.0%
Melting Point
142 - 146 °C
Moisture Content (KF)
NMT 0.5%

Handling & Supply Details

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area in sealed containers.

Packaging

25 kg fiber drum or corrugated box with inner liner

Shelf Life

24 months

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