2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde, CAS No. 1194-98-5

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1194-98-5

Catalog No. EBD43966

CAS 1194-98-5

Name 2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde gentisaldehyde gentisicaldehyde gentisinaldehyde 5-hydroxysalicylaldehyde benzaldehyde,2,5-dihydroxy- 2,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde,98+% 2,5-dihydroxybenzaldchyde

Molecular Formula: C7H6O3

Molecular Weight: 138.12

MDL Number: MFCD00003333

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Optoelectronic and Organic Semiconductor Materials > Dye Precursors Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Aldehydes and Ketones

Product Description:

2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde is an organic compound featuring both aldehyde and phenolic hydroxyl functional groups. It is a light yellow to beige crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C7H6O3. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of various functional materials. Its primary application is as a key precursor for the production of organic dyes and pigments, particularly in the synthesis of quinacridone pigments, which are valued for their high color strength, weatherfastness, and thermal stability. These pigments are widely used in automotive coatings, industrial paints, plastics, and inks. Additionally, its structure makes it a versatile building block in organic synthesis for constructing more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and ligands for metal complexes. 2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde is also utilized in coordination chemistry as a chelating agent due to its ability to form complexes with various metal ions. It should be handled with care as it may cause skin and eye irritation.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 97-99 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 276.1 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 135.1 °C

Density: 1.409 g/cm3

Solubility: soluble

Analytical Data

Appearance: yellow crystalline powder