Description

3-Methoxybenzaldehyde CAS NO 591-31-1 is a versatile aromatic aldehyde characterized by a methoxy substituent on the benzene ring. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules across several high-value industries. It is particularly essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials for their production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential candidates for cardiovascular and central nervous system drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents, leveraging its aromatic structure for bioactive molecule design.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Imparts sweet, anise-like, and hawthorn notes, making it valuable in the formulation of fine perfumes and food flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in reactions such as Grignard additions, reductive amination, and condensation to create more complex chemical entities for research and development.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain triarylmethane and other specialty dyes.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in the preparation of certain compounds for photographic developers and other imaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	591-31-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Methoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Methoxybenzaldehyde; m-Anisaldehyde; 3-Anisaldehyde; m-Methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Formylanisole; Benzaldehyde, 3-methoxy-; m-Formylanisole
EINECS	209-712-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxybenzaldehyde is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.550 - 1.556
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	1.115 - 1.125

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