Description

5-Hydroxyvanillin is a high-purity, synthetically derived phenolic aldehyde, serving as a key chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance precursor. This compound matters for its unique chemical structure, which provides a reactive hydroxyl group for further synthesis, enabling the creation of more complex molecules in fine chemical manufacturing. It is needed by industries such as pharmaceutical research, flavor and fragrance development, and agrochemical synthesis, where it is utilized to build advanced intermediates and specialty ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Used in the development of complex vanillin derivatives and other aromatic compounds for food and perfumery applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for exploring new chemical reactions and creating novel organic compounds.
• Antioxidant Research: Studied for its potential antioxidant properties in material science and cosmetic formulation research.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of certain specialty dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxyvanillin
CAS No.	3934-87-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8O4
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxyvanillin; 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde; 5-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-5-methoxyisophthalaldehyde; Vanillin, 5-hydroxy-; 5-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-Hydroxy-m-anisaldehyde
EINECS	223-516-1

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxyvanillin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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