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AA24036

1194-98-5 | 2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde

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250mg 98% in stock $6.00 $4.00 -   +
1g 98% in stock $8.00 $5.00 -   +
5g 98% in stock $13.00 $9.00 -   +
10g 98% in stock $19.00 $13.00 -   +
25g 98% in stock $32.00 $22.00 -   +
100g 98% in stock $120.00 $84.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AA24036
Chemical Name: 2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS Number: 1194-98-5
Molecular Formula: C7H6O3
Molecular Weight: 138.1207
MDL Number: MFCD00003333
SMILES: O=Cc1cc(O)ccc1O
NSC Number: 72387

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 124  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 10  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 3  
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 2  
Rotatable Bond Count: 1  
XLogP3: 1.2  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route
  • 2,5-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde, also known as gentisaldehyde, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis for its unique properties. This compound serves as a key building block in the production of various pharmaceuticals, dyes, and flavoring agents. In organic chemistry, 2,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde is commonly employed as a precursor in the synthesis of complex molecules due to its ability to undergo a range of reactions, such as condensation, oxidation, and reduction. Its hydroxyl groups make it a valuable starting material for the formation of heterocyclic compounds and biologically active molecules. Moreover, the aldehyde functional group in 2,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde allows for further derivatization, enabling chemists to tailor its properties for specific applications. Its versatility and reactivity make it an indispensable component in the toolkit of synthetic chemists seeking to create novel and functional molecules.
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