Description

Benzeneacetic Acid, 2-Formyl- is a versatile aromatic aldehyde carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both formyl and acetic acid groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic-aldehyde functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a specialized building block for dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a starting material in methodological development and the discovery of new chemical reactions and catalysts.
• Ligand and Chelator Synthesis: Useful for creating novel chelating agents and ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetic Acid, 2-Formyl-
CAS No.	1723-55-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8O3
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formylphenylacetic Acid; 2-Formylbenzeneacetic Acid; o-Formylphenylacetic Acid; 2-Carboxymethylbenzaldehyde; (2-Formylphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-Formylbenzylcarboxylic Acid; α-(2-Formylphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(Carboxymethyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	217-027-8

Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetic Acid, 2-Formyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results from HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.