Salicylaldehyde

Product Introduction

Salicylaldehyde (CAS 90-02-8), also known as 2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde, is a clear, pale yellow to oily liquid with a characteristic bitter almond odor. As a key aromatic aldehyde with a hydroxyl group in the ortho position, it exhibits unique chemical reactivity, particularly in its ability to form chelates with metal ions. Salicylaldehyde (CAS 90-02-8) is an indispensable intermediate in organic synthesis, serving as a primary precursor for the manufacture of coumarin, salicylic acid derivatives, and various agricultural and pharmaceutical agents. Its ability to undergo condensation with amines makes it a foundational reagent in the synthesis of Schiff base ligands.

Product Selling Points

• High Chemical Reactivity: The adjacent hydroxyl and aldehyde groups allow for diverse synthetic routes, including the Perkins reaction and Schiff base formation.

• High Purity (≥ 99.0%): Our advanced distillation and purification processes ensure a high-quality product with minimal impurities for sensitive synthesis.

• Versatile Industry Application: Critical for the production of flavors (coumarin), fragrances, fungicides, and pharmaceutical APIs.

• Excellent Chelating Agent: A preferred starting material for synthesizing ligands used in catalysis and analytical chemistry.

• Stable Thermal Properties: Features a high boiling point and consistent physical properties, ensuring reliability in industrial-scale reactions.

• Global Quality Standards: Chemfine ensures all batches meet international safety and quality specifications with full COA documentation.

Applications

Fragrance and Flavor Industry Primarily used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of coumarin, which provides a sweet, hay-like scent to perfumes, soaps, and tobacco. It also contributes to various floral and almond-like flavoring profiles.

Agrochemical Synthesis Serves as a vital building block in the production of high-efficiency fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.

Pharmaceutical Intermediate Used in the manufacture of various medicinal compounds, including anti-inflammatory drugs and specialized antibiotics.

Coordination Chemistry and Catalysis Widely utilized in the laboratory to prepare Schiff base ligands (such as Salen ligands), which are used to create metal complexes for asymmetric catalysis and materials science.

Packaging

Standard industrial packaging options for Salicylaldehyde include:

• 200kg tight-head steel drums (Standard export packaging).

• 1000kg IBC tanks for high-volume industrial manufacturing.

• ISO Tanks for large-scale international bulk maritime transport.

• Small-volume amber glass bottles (1kg, 5kg) for laboratory R&D and fine chemical synthesis.

Storage

Salicylaldehyde should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse. Containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent oxidation. This product is sensitive to light and air; storage under a nitrogen blanket and in light-resistant (amber) containers is highly recommended. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. Ensure the storage area is equipped with appropriate fire control and spill containment systems.