Description

4-(Diethylamino)Salicylaldehyde is a versatile organic intermediate characterized by its unique aldehyde and phenolic hydroxyl groups substituted with a diethylamino moiety. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly functional dyes and coordination compounds. Industries such as fine chemicals, advanced materials research, and analytical reagent manufacturing need this high-purity intermediate for developing products with specific optical and chelating properties.

Application

• Functional Dye Synthesis: A crucial precursor for manufacturing merocyanine dyes, styryl dyes, and other NLO (non-linear optical) materials.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelating Agents: Serves as a bidentate ligand for the preparation of metal complexes used in catalysis and sensor applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Reagents: Used in the formulation of chromogenic and fluorogenic reagents for the detection of specific metal ions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various condensation and cyclization reactions to create heterocyclic compounds.
• Photographic Sensitizers: Applied in the development of specialized photographic and imaging materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Diethylamino)Salicylaldehyde
CAS No.	17754-90-4
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO2
Molecular Weight	193.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Diethylamino)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-4-(diethylamino)benzaldehyde; 4-Diethylaminosalicylaldehyde; p-Diethylaminosalicylaldehyde; Salicylaldehyde, 4-(diethylamino)-; N,N-Diethyl-4-formyl-3-hydroxyaniline
EINECS	241-734-5

Quality Control

Our 4-(Diethylamino)Salicylaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	69 - 73 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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