Description

4-Phenylenediglyoxal Dihydrate is a high-purity aromatic diketone derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual aldehyde functionality, which enables the construction of complex heterocyclic and macrocyclic structures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing fused ring systems or specific chelating agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic diketone backbones.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Production: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer and Material Science: A building block for synthesizing specialty polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in the preparation of cross-linked polymers and resins due to its reactive aldehyde groups.
• Research and Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenylenediglyoxal Dihydrate
CAS No.	48160-61-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10O6
Molecular Weight	226.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Phenylenebis(oxoacetaldehyde) Dihydrate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-dicarboxaldehyde, α,α'-dioxo-, Dihydrate; 4,4'-Biphenyldiglyoxal Dihydrate; p-Phenylenediglyoxal Dihydrate; Benzene-1,4-diyldiglyoxal Dihydrate; 1,4-Bis(glyoxyloyl)benzene Dihydrate; p-Diglyoxyloylbenzene Dihydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenylenediglyoxal Dihydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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