2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde, CAS No. 613-45-6

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613-45-6

Catalog No. EBD22195

CAS 613-45-6

Name 2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde NSC27023 2,4-Bis(methoxy)benzaldehyde LABOTEST-BBLT00928518 β-resorcylaldehydedimethylether

Molecular Formula: C9H10O3

Molecular Weight: 166.17

MDL Number: MFCD00003311

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

Product Description:

2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde compound characterized by two methoxy substituents at the 2- and 4-positions of the benzene ring. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder with a CAS number of 613-45-6. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of various organic functional materials. Its primary industrial application is as a key building block for the production of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, particularly in the synthesis of host and dopant molecules for blue and green emitters. The aldehyde group is highly reactive, allowing for further condensation and coupling reactions to construct complex π-conjugated systems essential for optoelectronic properties. Additionally, 2,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile synthon in organic chemistry, used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. It acts as a precursor for ligands, fragrances, and other fine chemicals. Standard safety precautions for handling aldehydes should be observed.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 67-69 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 165 °C/10 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 165°C/10mm

Density: 1.114 g/cm3

Solubility: insoluble

Analytical Data

Appearance: white solid