Description

(E)-2-(Hydroxyimino)Acetaldehyde is a versatile oxime derivative with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its reactive aldehyde and oxime functional groups make it a valuable building block for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and agrochemical manufacturing where precise chemical transformations are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen heterocycles like pyrazoles and isoxazoles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to form novel pesticidal compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a fundamental building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating specialized fine chemicals.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a ligand or precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes due to its chelating oxime group.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes where the oxime group modifies light absorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-2-(Hydroxyimino)Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	36555-52-9
Molecular Formula	C2H3NO2
Molecular Weight	73.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyoxal Monoxime; (E)-Nitrosoacetaldehyde; 2-(Hydroxyimino)ethanal; Formylformaldoxime; Oxime of Glyoxal; Hydroxyiminoacetaldehyde; Anti-Glyoxal Monoxime; Glyoxylic Acid Oxime
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (E)-2-(Hydroxyimino)Acetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to Off-White Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Reference Spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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