Description

1,3-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde, 5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)- is a high-purity, functionalized aromatic dialdehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual aldehyde functionality and the sterically hindered tert-butyl substituent, which enables precise molecular construction and modification. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D teams 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 novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive aldehyde groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Employed as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and high-performance thermosets.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A building block for synthesizing conjugated molecules and polymers for applications in OLEDs and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research exploring new organic reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde, 5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-
CAS No.	180740-69-6
Molecular Formula	C13H16O2
Molecular Weight	204.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-tert-Butylisophthalaldehyde; 5-(tert-Butyl)isophthalaldehyde; 5-tert-Butylbenzene-1,3-dicarboxaldehyde; 1,3-Diformyl-5-tert-butylbenzene; 5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,3-benzenedicarboxaldehyde; 5-tert-Butyl-1,3-phthalaldehyde; 5-tert-Butylisophthalic aldehyde; 5-tert-Butyl-1,3-benzenedicarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde, 5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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