Description

3-Carboxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde-carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual functional groups allow for selective transformations, making it indispensable for creating complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzaldehyde or benzoic acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic carboxylic acid structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Synthesis: Building block for creating complex aromatic molecules used in specialty applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Carboxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	619-21-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6O3
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formylbenzoic Acid; Isophthalaldehyde Acid; m-Carboxybenzaldehyde; m-Formylbenzoic Acid; 3-CBA; Benzoic acid, 3-formyl-; Isophthalaldehydic Acid
EINECS	210-581-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Carboxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	165 - 170 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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