Description

Benzeneacetaldehyde, 2-Formyl- (9Ci) is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both formyl and acetaldehyde groups on a benzene ring, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocycles and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands used in catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Building block for the synthesis of unique aromatic aldehydes used in specialty fragrance compositions.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in the development of organic semiconductors, polymers, and other functional materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and the exploration of new organic reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetaldehyde, 2-Formyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	25705-34-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8O2
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formylbenzeneacetaldehyde; 2-(2-Oxoethyl)benzaldehyde; 2-Carboxybenzeneacetaldehyde (related); o-Formylphenylacetaldehyde; Benzeneacetaldehyde, 2-formyl-; 2-Formylphenylethanal; (2-Formylphenyl)acetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetaldehyde, 2-Formyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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