Description

1,2-Dihydroxy-3,5-Diformylbenzene is a specialized aromatic dialdehyde compound with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring two formyl groups adjacent to phenolic hydroxyls, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing complex heterocycles, ligands, and functional polymers. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and advanced material science applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Ligand Synthesis: Precursor for creating chelating agents and specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer for the production of functional polymers, resins, and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in research and fine chemical production.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the development of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a derivatization agent or standard in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dihydroxy-3,5-Diformylbenzene
CAS No.	116315-07-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6O4
Molecular Weight	166.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Diformylcatechol; 3,5-Diformyl-1,2-benzenediol; 1,2-Benzenediol, 3,5-diformyl-; 3,5-Bis(formyl)pyrocatechol; 2,3-Dihydroxyterephthalaldehyde; Terephthalaldehyde, 2,3-dihydroxy-; DFD (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dihydroxy-3,5-Diformylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, prolonged exposure to light and air should be minimized. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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