Description

2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of polyhydroxybenzaldehydes. This chemical serves as a valuable key intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with polyphenolic or complex aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymeric materials.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Its polyhydroxy structure makes it a candidate for developing metal-chelating ligands.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	55743-13-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8O4
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2,4,6-trihydroxybenzaldehyde; 2,4,6-Trihydroxy-m-toluic aldehyde; 3-Methylphloroglucinaldehyde; 3-Methyl-2,4,6-trihydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Methylphloroglucinolcarboxaldehyde; 3-Methyl-β-resorcylic aldehyde; 3-Methyl-2,4,6-trihydroxybenzoic aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Trihydroxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, purity by HPLC, and identification are available upon request. We are committed to meeting the high-purity requirements of research and industrial synthesis applications.

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 light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder/crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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