Description

2-Benzoyl-5-Chlorobenzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde and ketone derivative, serving as a high-value intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a benzoyl and a formyl group on a chlorinated benzene ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with specific aryl ketone or chalcone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chlorobenzaldehyde moiety is required.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in advanced display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl systems.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzoyl-5-Chlorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	61077-14-3
Molecular Formula	C14H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	244.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-benzoylbenzaldehyde; 2-Benzoyl-5-chlorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; (5-Chloro-2-formylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone; 2-Benzoyl-5-chlorobenzaldehyde; Benzenecarboxaldehyde, 5-chloro-2-(phenylcarbonyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzoyl-5-Chlorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%

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