Description

3-Formyl-2-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde and carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both formyl and carboxylic acid groups on a phenolic ring, makes it an invaluable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized colorants and optical brighteners.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating ligand for metal ions in catalyst design and material science applications.
• Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for introducing aldehyde and acid groups into polymer backbones to alter material properties.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formyl-2-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	67127-83-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8O4
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-hydroxyisophthalaldehyde-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalaldehyde-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-4-hydroxy-5-methylbenzaldehyde; 5-Methyl-3-formylsalicylic acid; 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-formylbenzoic acid; 3-Formyl-5-methylsalicylic acid; 67127-83-7
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Quality Control

Our 3-Formyl-2-Hydroxy-5-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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