Description

4-Methoxy-2,3,5-Trimethylbenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its methoxy and trimethyl substitution pattern. This specific substitution imparts unique steric and electronic properties, making it a valuable high-purity intermediate for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzaldehyde moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific substitution pattern influences bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators due to its reactive aldehyde group and aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in academic and industrial research for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, contributing to specific olfactory notes.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-2,3,5-Trimethylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	59453-56-4
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5-Trimethyl-4-methoxybenzaldehyde; 4-Methoxy-2,3,5-trimethylbenzaldehyde; 2,3,5-Trimethyl-p-anisaldehyde; p-Methoxy-2,3,5-trimethylbenzaldehyde; 4-Methoxy-2,3,5-trimethylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-methoxy-2,3,5-trimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 4-Methoxy-2,3,5-Trimethylbenzaldehyde in high-purity grades suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with customer specifications. Comprehensive analytical control, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is employed. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch shipped.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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