Description

Azulene-1-Carboxaldehyde is a distinctive blue-colored aromatic aldehyde, serving as a valuable and versatile synthetic intermediate. Its unique azulene core structure imparts specific electronic and optical properties, making it a compound of significant interest for advanced material and fine chemical synthesis. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting anti-inflammatory or other therapeutic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new crop protection agents and pesticides, leveraging its unique chemical scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis & Material Science: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex organic molecules, dyes, pigments, and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for chemical research exploring new reactions, catalysis, and the properties of azulene derivatives.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of high-value specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azulene-1-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	7206-61-3
Molecular Formula	C11H8O
Molecular Weight	156.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Azulenecarboxaldehyde; 1-Formylazulene; Azulene-1-carbaldehyde; 1-Azulenecarbaldehyde; Azulen-1-yl-methanone (tautomer); Azulene-1-carboxaldehyde (IUPAC); 1-Azulenecarboxylic aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Azulene-1-Carboxaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to blue-green crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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