Description

Benzaldehyde, o-1-Aziridinyl- (8Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring an aziridine moiety attached to the ortho position of a benzaldehyde core. This unique structure makes it a valuable versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing reactive nitrogen-containing three-membered rings. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and agrochemical development sectors for creating novel molecular architectures with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring aziridine-based pharmacophores for anticancer or antibiotic activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the aziridine ring can act as an alkylating agent or a reactive handle.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, imparting specific chemical reactivity or stability to the final material.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for studying aziridine chemistry, ring-opening reactions, and the development of new synthetic methodologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, o-1-Aziridinyl- (8Ci)
CAS No.	1738-09-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Aziridin-1-yl)benzaldehyde; 1-(2-Formylphenyl)aziridine; o-(1-Aziridinyl)benzaldehyde; N-(2-Formylphenyl)aziridine; Aziridine, 1-(2-formylphenyl)-; Benzaldehyde, 2-(1-aziridinyl)-; Benzaldehyde, o-(1-aziridinyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzaldehyde, o-1-Aziridinyl- (8Ci) adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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