Description

5-tert-Butyl-2-Hydroxy-Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its phenolic hydroxyl and formyl functional groups. This compound serves as a critical high-purity intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, valued for its specific substitution pattern that influences reactivity and physical properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a hindered phenolic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure imparts specific biological activity.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing light stabilizers and antioxidants for polymers, coatings, and plastics.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including dyes, pigments, and flavor/fragrance compounds.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Synthesis: Useful for creating specialized ligands for catalysis and metal complexation in industrial and laboratory processes.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and material science research in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-tert-Butyl-2-Hydroxy-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	2725-53-3
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-tert-butylbenzaldehyde; 5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-tert-Butylsalicylaldehyde; 5-tert-Butyl-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-tert-Butylsalicylaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-tert-butylphenol; 4-tert-Butyl-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-tert-Butyl-2-hydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	220-329-1

Quality Control

Our 5-tert-Butyl-2-Hydroxy-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	62 - 66 °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.