Description

Tolualdehydes CAS NO 1334-78-7 refers to a mixture of isomers, primarily ortho-, meta-, and para-tolualdehyde, which are aromatic aldehydes derived from toluene. These versatile intermediates are valued for their role as key building blocks in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of formyl and methyl-substituted phenyl groups. They are essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and fragrance industries seeking to produce high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Compounds: Acts as a starting material for producing musk aroma chemicals and other specialty odorants.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: A fundamental reagent for aldol condensations, Grignard reactions, and reductive amination processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tolualdehydes
CAS No.	1334-78-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8O (for isomers)
Molecular Weight	120.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Tolualdehyde (mixed isomers); Methylbenzaldehyde; o-Tolualdehyde; m-Tolualdehyde; p-Tolualdehyde; 2-Methylbenzaldehyde; 3-Methylbenzaldehyde; 4-Methylbenzaldehyde; Toluic aldehyde
EINECS	215-615-1

Quality Control

Our Tolualdehydes are produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (by GC/HPLC) and isomer distribution analysis, to ensure consistency and meet customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and identity are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC, total isomers)	≥ 98.0%
Isomer Composition	Specified upon request
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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