Description

6-(3-Cyanophenyl)-2-Formylphenol is a specialized aromatic compound featuring both formyl and cyano functional groups on a biphenyl-like scaffold. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable and versatile advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its aromatic backbone for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis, thanks to its phenolic and formyl coordination sites.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors, where its conjugated system is beneficial.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitutions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-(3-Cyanophenyl)-2-Formylphenol
CAS No.	1258618-92-6
Molecular Formula	C14H9NO2
Molecular Weight	223.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-(3-cyanophenyl)benzaldehyde; 3-(2-Formyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)benzonitrile; 5-(3-Cyanophenyl)salicylaldehyde; 2-Formyl-6-(3-cyanophenyl)phenol; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carbonitrile, 2'-formyl-4'-hydroxy-; 6-(3-Cyanophenyl)-2-formylphenol; 5-(3-Cyanophenyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-(3-Cyanophenyl)-2-Formylphenol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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