Description

1,3-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde, 2-Chloro- CAS NO 170879-73-9 is a specialized aromatic dialdehyde derivative, distinguished by the strategic chlorination at the 2-position. This compound serves as a high-value, multi-functional building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise control over molecular architecture. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific chlorinated aromatic frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and high-performance coatings where the aldehyde groups enable cross-linking.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Facilitates various condensation reactions, including the synthesis of Schiff bases, imines, and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde, 2-Chloro-
CAS No.	170879-73-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClO2
Molecular Weight	168.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloroisophthalaldehyde; 2-Chloro-1,3-benzenedicarboxaldehyde; 2-Chlorobenzene-1,3-dicarbaldehyde; 2-Chloroisophthalic Dialdehyde; Isophthalaldehyde, 2-chloro-; 1,3-Diformyl-2-chlorobenzene; 2-Chloro-1,3-diformylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde, 2-Chloro- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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