Description

2-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propanal is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde intermediate of significant commercial importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its versatile chemical structure, featuring both aldehyde and dimethoxy-substituted phenyl groups, making it a key building block for complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a precursor for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system or possessing vasodilatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone for bioactivity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated aroma chemicals with sweet, balsamic, or vanilla-like olfactory notes.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories and pilot plants for constructing complex organic molecules, including ligands, dyes, and functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in methodological studies, including asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propanal
CAS No.	40181-00-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethoxyphenylpropanal; 2-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)propionaldehyde; 3-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)propanal; 3,4-Dimethoxyhydrocinnamaldehyde; 40181-00-8; NSC 403058; Hydrocinnamaldehyde, 3,4-dimethoxy-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propanal is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for each lot and provided upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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