Description

2,4-Dichloro-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive aldehyde group and strategically placed chlorine substituents, which enable precise functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzaldehyde scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Production: Used in the creation of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its aromatic structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in electronic applications.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Intermediate in the production of compounds for liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings for constructing biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichloro-5-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	63525-12-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	189.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2,4-dichlorobenzaldehyde; 2,4-Dichloro-5-methylbenzaldehyde; 2,4-Dichloro-5-tolualdehyde; 5-Methyl-2,4-dichlorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,4-dichloro-5-methyl-; 63525-12-2 (CAS); 2,4-Dichloro-5-methyl-benzenecarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichloro-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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