Description

2-Oxo-3-Phenyl-Propanal is a versatile aromatic keto-aldehyde building block with significant synthetic utility. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a ketone and an aldehyde group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including imidazoles, pyrazoles, and quinoxalines, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel molecular scaffolds with specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals and specialty flavors due to its reactive carbonyl groups.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing new synthetic methodologies, such as asymmetric synthesis and multi-component reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxo-3-Phenyl-Propanal
CAS No.	56485-04-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8O2
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenylpyruvaldehyde; 2-Oxo-3-phenylpropionaldehyde; Phenylpyruvic aldehyde; 3-Phenyl-2-oxopropanal; α-Keto-β-phenylpropionaldehyde; β-Phenylpyruvaldehyde; 1-Oxo-1-phenyl-2-propanone (tautomeric form); 2-Oxo-3-phenyl-1-propanal
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Quality Control

Our 2-Oxo-3-Phenyl-Propanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support compliance requirements for cGMP, ISO, and REACH as needed for your specific application.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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