Description

3-Formylphenoxyacetic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative with a carboxylic acid functional group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to serve as a key intermediate for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and advanced materials who require high-purity, reliable synthetic intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its formyl and acetic acid groups allow for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to introduce aldehyde functionality, which can be used for cross-linking or further chemical modification of materials.
• Fine Chemical and Dye Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and other specialty fine chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and constructing novel molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formylphenoxyacetic Acid
CAS No.	37748-09-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8O4
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formylphenoxyacetic Acid; (3-Formylphenoxy)acetic Acid; 3-Carboxyformylphenoxyacetic Acid (obsolete); m-Formylphenoxyacetic Acid; 3-Oxo-3-phenoxypropanoic Acid (tautomeric form); Phenoxyacetic acid, 3-formyl-; Acetic acid, 2-(3-formylphenoxy)-; 37748-09-7 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Formylphenoxyacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. 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, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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	≤ 20 ppm

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