Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Isocyanato- (9Ci) is a specialized aromatic isocyanate derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique bifunctional reactivity, combining the electrophilic character of an isocyanate group with the aromatic aldehyde moiety, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic and polymer architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for benzimidazole, quinazoline, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure contributes to novel modes of action and improved efficacy.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in polyurethane and polyurea systems, imparting enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties to specialty coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research laboratories for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex molecular scaffolds for material science.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes with specific light-absorption or chemical-binding properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Isocyanato- (9Ci)
CAS No.	80790-59-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5NO2
Molecular Weight	147.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isocyanatobenzaldehyde; o-Isocyanatobenzaldehyde; 2-Formylphenyl isocyanate; Benzaldehyde, o-isocyanato-; Isocyanic acid, 2-formylphenyl ester; (2-Isocyanatophenyl)methanone (tautomeric form); 2-Carboxaldehydephenyl isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our Benzaldehyde, 2-Isocyanato- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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