Description

3-Hydroxy-2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its distinct phenolic and methoxy substituents. This compound matters as a key building block and intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering precise functionalization for advanced chemical processes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific phenolic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aldehyde functionality enables further chemical modifications.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Building Block: Acts as a starting material for creating complex aroma chemicals, flavors, and specialty dyes due to its reactive aldehyde group and stable aromatic structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds, ligands for catalysis, and novel materials.
• Chemical Intermediate for Antioxidants: Its phenolic hydroxyl group makes it a candidate intermediate in the synthesis of antioxidant compounds for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	32246-34-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10O4
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethoxy-3-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 3-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-hydroxy-2,4-dimethoxy-; 3-Hydroxyveratraldehyde; 2,4-Dimethoxy-3-hydroxybenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled 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 (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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.