Description

2-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-5,6-Dimethylbenzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific methoxy and hydroxy functionalities into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its benzaldehyde core provides a versatile chemical handle.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals requiring precise aromatic substitution patterns.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic ligands for catalysis, monomers for specialty polymers, and components for organic electronic materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for creating compound libraries for biological screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-5,6-Dimethylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	7732-10-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Dimethyl-2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Methoxysalicylaldehyde, 5,6-dimethyl-; 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5,6-dimethylbenzaldehyde; 5,6-Dimethyl-o-vanillin; 2-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5,6-dimethylbenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-5,6-Dimethylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.