Description

2,4,6-Trimethoxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative characterized by its unique substitution pattern of methoxy and methyl groups. This compound serves as a valuable high-purity synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in heterocyclic and complex aromatic compound development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group for further functionalization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals where the trimethoxybenzaldehyde scaffold is required.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance formulations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile starting material for methodological studies in organic chemistry and scale-up process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trimethoxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	81574-58-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2,4,6-trimethoxybenzaldehyde; 2,4,6-Trimethoxy-3-methylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Methyl-2,4,6-trimoxybenzaldehyde; TMMBA; Trimethoxy Methyl Benzaldehyde; 3-Methyl-2,4,6-trimethoxy-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-methyl-2,4,6-trimethoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4,6-Trimethoxy-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent batch-to-batch performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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