Description

5-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-Formylphenol is a high-purity, bifunctional aromatic aldehyde compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile and critical building block for the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex polyphenolic or macrocyclic structures.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create sophisticated chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers, resins, and specialty coatings with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A valuable starting material for synthesizing conjugated molecules used in OLEDs, organic photovoltaics, and sensors.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-Formylphenol
CAS No.	1261930-12-4
Molecular Formula	C14H10O3
Molecular Weight	226.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-(4-formylphenyl)benzaldehyde; 4-(3-Formyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)benzaldehyde; 5-(4-Carboxaldehydephenyl)salicylaldehyde; Bisformylphenol derivative; Diformylphenol; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,2'-dicarboxaldehyde, 5'-hydroxy-; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-Formylphenol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your application. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including purity assay and impurity profile, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

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	≤ 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.