Description

2-Formyl-1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative featuring a reactive formyl group. This compound serves as a versatile and critical organic intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules and advanced materials. It is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce aldehyde functionality into their molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer & Material Science: A monomer for producing high-performance polyesters, polyamides, and other functional polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex heterocycles and organic frameworks.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and optical materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formyl-1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	69526-90-5
Molecular Formula	C9H6O5
Molecular Weight	194.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formylterephthalic Acid; 4-Formylisophthalic Acid; Terephthalaldehydic Acid; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2-formyl-; 2-Carboxy-4-formylbenzoic Acid; 4-Carboxy-2-formylbenzoic Acid; Isophthalaldehyde-4-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Formyl-1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures reliability for your critical synthesis and production processes.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric 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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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