Description

2,4-Dichloro-6-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a precursor for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing high-performance, color-fast dyes and organic pigments.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the research and development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Employed by contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs for bespoke synthesis projects and library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichloro-6-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	78444-52-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-2,4-dichlorobenzaldehyde; 2,4-Dichloro-6-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2,4-Dichloro-6-methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,4-dichloro-6-methoxy-; 2,4-Dichloroanisaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichloro-6-Methoxybenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

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.