Description

5-Formyl-3-Methylsalicylic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde and carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key multifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both formyl and phenolic hydroxyl groups, makes it an invaluable precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate for producing complex organic colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating ligand for the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to enhance material properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Formyl-3-Methylsalicylic Acid
CAS No.	6265-16-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8O4
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-formylsalicylic Acid; 5-Formyl-3-methyl-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-methyl-5-formylbenzoic Acid; 5-Aldehydo-3-methylsalicylic Acid; 3-Methyl-5-carboxy-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-5-formyl-3-methylbenzoic Acid; 5-Formyl-2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Formyl-3-Methylsalicylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.