Description

m-Tolualdehyde CAS NO 620-23-5 is a versatile aromatic aldehyde, specifically the meta-isomer of tolualdehyde, serving as a key organic intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its reactive aldehyde group makes it a crucial building block for creating more complex molecules, offering significant value in research and industrial manufacturing. This compound is essential for chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories involved in producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, fragrances, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticide intermediates.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a precursor for musk and other aromatic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a starting material for certain organic dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for oxidation reactions, condensation reactions, and the preparation of heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty resins and polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Tolualdehyde
CAS No.	620-23-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8O
Molecular Weight	120.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylbenzaldehyde; m-Tolualdehyde; 3-Formyltoluene; m-Toluic Aldehyde; m-Methylbenzaldehyde; Toluene-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Tolualdehyde; m-Tolyl Aldehyde
EINECS	210-622-6

Quality Control

Our m-Tolualdehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its nature of being easily oxidized, it is advisable to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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