Description

4-Hydroxy-3-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Methyl]Benzaldehyde is a specialized phenolic benzaldehyde derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring multiple hydroxyl groups, makes it a valuable precursor for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and functional materials. This compound is particularly relevant for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to build specific molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex phenolic or benzaldehyde-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers where specific light-absorbing or chemical functionality is required.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced resins and functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecules for discovery chemistry and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Methyl]Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	853233-62-2
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4'-Dihydroxybenzophenone-2-carboxaldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-3-(4-hydroxybenzyl)benzaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-(4-hydroxybenzyl)phenol; 4-Hydroxy-3-(p-hydroxybenzyl)benzaldehyde; Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetaldehyde derivative; Phenolic Benzaldehyde Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request, supporting 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 (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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