Description

2-Hydroxy-2-Phenyl-Acetaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a reactive aldehyde group and a benzylic hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and specialty intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral synthon for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with adrenergic or CNS activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for flavors, fragrances, and advanced material precursors where the phenylglycolaldehyde skeleton is required.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a standard substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research for developing new catalytic methodologies.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied to analytical laboratories for use as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-2-Phenyl-Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	34025-29-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Mandelaldehyde; α-Hydroxyphenylacetaldehyde; 2-Phenyl-2-hydroxyethanal; Phenylglycolaldehyde; (RS)-Mandelaldehyde; Hydroxyphenylacetaldehyde; α-Hydroxybenzeneacetaldehyde; Glycolaldehyde, phenyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-2-Phenyl-Acetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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