Description

2-Mesitylacetaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique sterically hindered mesityl group, which provides enhanced stability and directs reactivity for the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and the development of novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sterically hindered motifs.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis, including phosphines and N-heterocyclic carbenes (NHCs), where the mesityl group improves air stability and performance.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as a building block for developing new crop protection agents and herbicides with tailored properties.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers and functional organic materials.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in multi-step organic synthesis for constructing complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for creating unique aromatic compounds, leveraging its aldehyde functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mesitylacetaldehyde
CAS No.	58047-52-2
Molecular Formula	C11H14O
Molecular Weight	162.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)acetaldehyde; Mesitylacetaldehyde; (2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)acetaldehyde; 2-Mesitylethanal; α-Mesitylacetaldehyde; 58047-52-2; 2-(Mesityl)acetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2-Mesitylacetaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.