Description

2,3,4-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde is a versatile polyphenolic aldehyde compound with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring three hydroxyl groups adjacent to the aldehyde functionality, makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block for the production of complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, ligands, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with antioxidant or chelating properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a key starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules, ligands for metal catalysis, and novel polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals requiring a polyphenolic core structure.
• Antioxidant Studies: Utilized in research as a model compound for studying antioxidant mechanisms and developing new antioxidant formulations.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Its structure is ideal for creating ligands used in metal ion sequestration and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	2144-08-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6O4
Molecular Weight	154.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde; Gallaldehyde; 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde (common misnomer); Pyrogallol-4-carboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,3,4-trihydroxy-; 2,3,4-THBAL
EINECS	218-387-5

Quality Control

Our 2,3,4-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	190°C - 195°C
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.