52010-97-6 | 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
1g	98%	in stock	$12.00	$9.00
5g	98%	in stock	$49.00	$35.00
10g	98%	in stock	$98.00	$69.00
25g	98%	in stock	$179.00	$126.00
100g	98%	in stock	$632.00	$443.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB49273
• Chemical Name: 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde
• CAS Number: 52010-97-6
• Molecular Formula: C8H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 136.1479
• MDL Number: MFCD21340269
• SMILES: OCc1ccc(cc1)C=O

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 104
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 10
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
• Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
• Rotatable Bond Count: 2
• XLogP3: 0.8

Upstream Synthesis Route

4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde, also known as p-hydroxymethylbenzaldehyde, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a key building block in the production of various important chemicals and pharmaceuticals due to its unique chemical properties and reactivity. With its hydroxyl and aldehyde functional groups, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde is particularly valuable in organic reactions as a starting material or intermediate. In chemical synthesis, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde can be utilized in the preparation of compounds such as aryl carbinols, benzaldehyde derivatives, and other complex organic molecules. One common application of this compound is in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, which are crucial in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. The hydroxymethyl group in the benzaldehyde structure enables diverse transformations through various chemical reactions, such as condensation, oxidation, and reduction processes.Furthermore, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde is a valuable precursor for the synthesis of resinous materials, fragrances, and flavoring agents. Its presence in the chemical industry offers a wide range of opportunities for creating new substances with specialized properties and functionalities. Overall, the versatility and reactivity of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde make it an essential component in the toolkit of organic chemists for the design and synthesis of diverse molecular structures with tailored properties and applications.

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