Description

2'-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a biphenyl core with distinct methyl and formyl substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Its controlled reactivity is key for introducing specific functional groups into target molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with biphenyl-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes, including cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or liquid crystals.
• Fine Chemical and Dye Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2'-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	371714-26-0
Molecular Formula	C14H12O
Molecular Weight	196.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-2'-methylbiphenyl; 2'-Methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxaldehyde; (2'-Methylbiphenyl-3-yl)methanal; 3-(2-Methylphenyl)benzaldehyde; o-Methylbiphenyl-3-carboxaldehyde; 2-Methyl-3-biphenylcarboxaldehyde; Biphenyl-3-carboxaldehyde, 2'-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2'-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment ensures consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store 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 or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.