Description

3,5-Dimethoxyphenylglyoxal Hydrate is a versatile and reactive aromatic α-diketone derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a key electrophile and precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing heterocyclic structures like imidazoles, pyrazines, and quinoxalines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials requiring specific aromatic diketone functionality.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new reaction pathways involving carbonyl chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the synthesis of specialized chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethoxyphenylglyoxal Hydrate
CAS No.	188199-78-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12O5 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	212.20 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethoxyphenylglyoxal Monohydrate; 2-Oxo-2-(3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)acetaldehyde Hydrate; (3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)-oxoacetaldehyde Hydrate; Glyoxal, (3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-, Hydrate; 1-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)-1,2-ethanedione Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dimethoxyphenylglyoxal Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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