Description

2-Carboxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual functionality allows for selective reactions at either the aldehyde or carboxylic acid group, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of anthraquinone derivatives, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic-aldehyde motifs.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing anthraquinone-based dyes and high-performance organic pigments.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Preparation: Useful for creating Schiff base ligands utilized in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for specialty applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for introducing carboxylic acid and aldehyde functionalities into polymer chains.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Carboxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	119-67-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6O3
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Phthalaldehydic Acid; 2-Formylbenzoic Acid; o-Formylbenzoic Acid; 2-Carboxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde-2-carboxylic acid; o-Carboxybenzaldehyde; Phthalaldehyde Acid; Aldehydo-o-benzoic acid
EINECS	204-341-6

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for 2-Carboxybenzaldehyde to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥98.0% (HPLC), with higher purity grades available upon request. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to support applications requiring material traceability and documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of heat. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	96 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.