Description

Benzoylformic Acid is a versatile aromatic α-keto acid, also known as phenylglyoxylic acid. It serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and agrochemicals. This compound is particularly valuable for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain antibiotics and central nervous system agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research: Employed in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the study of enzymatic reactions and metabolic pathways.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used in the synthesis of certain aromatic compounds.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoylformic Acid
CAS No.	611-73-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6O3
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenylglyoxylic Acid; 2-Oxo-2-phenylacetic Acid; α-Ketophenylacetic Acid; Benzeneacetic acid, α-oxo-; Oxophenylacetic Acid; Phenylglyoxalic Acid; Benzoyl Formic Acid; Phenylglyoxylate
EINECS	210-257-4

Quality Control

Our Benzoylformic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	63 - 67 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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