Description

2-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and a methoxyphenoxy group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals with unique olfactory properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and novel reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	18167-91-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)ethanal; o-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)acetaldehyde; 2-(o-Methoxyphenoxy)acetaldehyde; 1-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)-2-oxoethane; Acetaldehyde, 2-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-; 2-Methoxyphenoxyacetaldehyde; (2-Methoxyphenoxy)ethanal
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be kept sealed under positive inert gas pressure when not in use to maintain product integrity.

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.