Molekula
Isovanillin (3-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde)
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Isovanillin (3-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde) is a naturally occurring aromatic aldehyde used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of vanillin derivatives. It serves as a building block in the synthesis of combretastatins and in total syntheses of morphine, and it is also used in research as an aldehyde oxidase inhibitor. This chemical has a CAS number of 621-59-0, with the molecular formula HOC6H3(OCH3)CHO and a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C and carries a signal word of Warning for safety classification. Molekula supplies Isovanillin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 26504291 |
| CAS Number | 621-59-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 3-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde |
| EC Number | 210-694-9 |
| Molecular Formula | HOC6H3(OCH3)CHO |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 |
| Exact Mass | 152.0473 |
| SMILES | COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C=O)O |
| InChIKey | JVTZFYYHCGSXJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8O3/c1-11-8-3-2-6(5-9)4-7(8)10/h2-5,10H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 12127 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2912.49.2600 |
| Tariff Code | 2912490090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is isovanillin (3-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde) commonly used for?
Isovanillin is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, for example in the preparation of combretastatins and in morphine syntheses. It is also used in research as an aldehyde oxidase inhibitor.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of isovanillin?
The chemical formula is HOC₆H₃(OCH₃)CHO, and the molecular weight is 152.15 g/mol.
How should isovanillin be stored?
Store isovanillin at -15 to -20°C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grades or purity levels of isovanillin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies analytical and synthetic-grade isovanillin, with purity levels specified on the product documentation.
Can Molekula supply isovanillin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide isovanillin in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—please contact us for details.
What documentation comes with an order of isovanillin?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation to ensure compliance and quality.
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