Description

4-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile protected aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its value lies in the acetal group's ability to mask the reactive aldehyde functionality, allowing for selective transformations of other sites on the molecule under a wider range of reaction conditions. This compound is particularly needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing benzaldehyde or benzyl alcohol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides where the protected aldehyde group is essential for selective coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials requiring specific aromatic aldehyde derivatives.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, cross-linking density, or UV stability.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex fragrance, flavor, and dye molecules in multi-step organic syntheses.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Used as a standardized reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	183057-64-9
Molecular Formula	C10H14O3
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 4-(Dimethoxymethyl)benzyl alcohol; [4-(Dimethoxymethyl)phenyl]methanol; Benzyl alcohol, 4-(dimethoxymethyl)-; 1,1-Dimethoxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzene; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; p-Formylbenzyl alcohol dimethyl acetal; 4-(Dimethoxymethyl)benzenemethanol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.