Description

2-Formyl-5-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde-carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a formyl and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Utilized in methodological research and the discovery of new organic reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formyl-5-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	150867-03-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8O3
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-formylbenzoic Acid; 2-Carboxy-4-methylbenzaldehyde; 4-Methylphthalaldehyde-2-carboxylic Acid; 5-Methylphthalaldehyde-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Formyl-5-methylbenzoic acid; 150867-03-1; 4-Methyl-2-formylbenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Formyl-5-Methylbenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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