Description

Glycidaldehyde is a highly reactive bifunctional organic compound containing both an aldehyde and an epoxide group, making it a versatile building block for chemical synthesis. This unique structure is critical for creating cross-linked polymers, modifying biomolecules, and synthesizing specialty chemicals with tailored properties. It is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and fine chemical industries seeking to introduce reactive aldehyde functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly for introducing cross-linking sites or aldehyde handles for bioconjugation.
• Polymer & Resin Cross-Linking Agent: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linker in the production of epoxy resins, coatings, adhesives, and thermosetting plastics, enhancing durability and chemical resistance.
• Biomolecule Modification: Employed to modify proteins, peptides, and other biological macromolecules for research, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing various heterocyclic compounds, chiral auxiliaries, and other specialty organic molecules.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Utilized in cross-linking treatments for fibers and leather to improve wet-fastness, wrinkle resistance, and dimensional stability.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Functions as a derivatization agent in chromatography and spectroscopy for the detection and analysis of specific functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycidaldehyde
CAS No.	765-34-4
Molecular Formula	C3H4O2
Molecular Weight	72.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Oxiranecarboxaldehyde; 2,3-Epoxypropanal; Glycidyl Aldehyde; Epihydrin Aldehyde; (Oxiranyl)methanal; 2-Oxiranylethanal; 3-Oxiranecarboxaldehyde; Glycidal
EINECS	212-143-8

Quality Control

Our Glycidaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC, identification (IR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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