Description

2,3-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its two methoxy substituents. This compound serves as a critical high-purity building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined reactivity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the research and production of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Intermediate for creating specific aromatic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for aldol condensations, Grignard reactions, and other transformations.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials and ligands for catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	86-51-1
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde; o-Veratraldehyde; 2,3-Dimethoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,3-dimethoxy-; Veratraldehyde (isomer); 3,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde (isomer); 2,3-Dimethoxybenzene-1-carbaldehyde
EINECS	201-679-7

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	52 - 56 °C
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.