Description

2-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Acetaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its dimethoxy-substituted phenyl ring. This compound matters as a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis, offering a reactive aldehyde group for condensation and cyclization reactions. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex heterocyclic or substituted aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone for bioactivity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a building block for creating specific aromatic aldehydes and acetals used in high-value perfume and flavor formulations.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in organic electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling and asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities across multiple disciplines.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	63165-30-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethoxyphenylacetaldehyde; (3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Acetaldehyde; 2-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Ethanal; 3,5-Dimethoxybenzeneacetaldehyde; β-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Acetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Acetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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