Description
Methyl 5-Formylsalicylate (CAS No. 41489-76-3) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C9H8O4. This compound, also known as methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate, is a versatile building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its structure features both a formyl (-CHO) and a hydroxy (-OH) functional group on a benzoate ester framework, making it a valuable intermediate for the preparation of fine chemicals, dyes, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
Our product is rigorously tested for purity and consistency, ensuring optimal performance in research and industrial applications. It is supplied in sealed containers under controlled conditions to maintain stability and shelf life. Ideal for researchers in medicinal chemistry, material science, and synthetic organic chemistry.
Properties
- CAS Number: 41489-76-3
- Complexity: 202
- IUPAC Name: methyl 5-formyl-2-hydroxy-benzoate
- InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8O4/c1-13-9(12)7-4-6(5-10)2-3-8(7)11/h2-5,11H,1H3
- InChI Key: XJKWVPNWHOCFBR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 180.04225873
- Molecular Formula: C9H8O4
- Molecular Weight: 180.16
- SMILES: COC(=O)C1=C(C=CC(=C1)C=O)O
- Topological: 63.6
- Monoisotopic Mass: 180.04225873
- Synonyms: Methyl 5-Formylsalicylate, Benzoic acid, 5-formyl-2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, 677-591-2, Methyl 5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzoate, 41489-76-3, 5-Formylsalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, MFCD03840784, 5-Formyl-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl5-Formylsalicylate, methyl-5-formylsalicylate, 5-formyl-2-hydroxy-benzoic acid methyl ester, SCHEMBL853107, DTXSID90559395, CS-D1358, RBA48976, AKOS006281645, AC-1045, AS-61265, SY002304, M2082, EN300-133612
Application
Methyl 5-Formylsalicylate is widely used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules. Its reactive formyl group allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in heterocyclic chemistry and the preparation of Schiff bases. Additionally, it serves as a precursor in the synthesis of dyes and fragrances due to its aromatic and electrophilic properties.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (50%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (50%)
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