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Salicylaldehyde(CAT: R019281) is an aromatic compound widely valued in organic synthesis and coordination chemistry. It contains both an aldehyde and a hydroxyl group on a benzene ring, making it a versatile precursor for Schiff bases, heterocycles, and fluorescent probes. Its strong chelating properties make it essential in forming stable metal complexes, frequently used in catalyst development and biochemical research. Salicylaldehyde also serves as a building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. It is typically a pale yellow liquid with a distinct, sweet aroma and is a foundational reagent in synthetic, medicinal, and materials chemistry research.
CAS Number | 90-02-8 |
Synonyms | Salicylal; 2-Formylphenol; 2-Hdroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde; NSC 112278; NSC 49178; NSC 83559; NSC 83560; NSC 83561; NSC 83562; NSC 97202; Salicylal; Salicylic Aldehyde; o-Formylphenol; o-Hydroxybenzaldehyde |
Molecular Formula | C7H6O2 |
Purity | ≥95% |
Storage | Store at +4C |
IUPAC Name | 2-hydroxybenzaldehyde |
InChI | InChI=1S/C7H6O2/c8-5-6-3-1-2-4-7(6)9/h1-5,9H |
InChIKey | SMQUZDBALVYZAC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
SMILES | C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C=O)O |
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