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Salicylaldehyde
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Salicylaldehyde is a colorless to pale yellow liquid used in organic synthesis, fragrance production, and as a precursor in pharmaceuticals. It is a key intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, agrochemicals, and antioxidants. CAS: 90-02-8, Molecular Formula: C7H6O2, Molecular Weight: 122.12 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Salicylaldehyde from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Water | ≤0.1% |
| Assay (Titration) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
| Phenol | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 76 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Odour | Bitter, almond-like odor |
| Melting Point | -7 °C |
| Boiling Point | 197 °C |
| Density | 1.167 g/cm³ at 20 °C/4 °C |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in chloroform; miscible with ethanol; very soluble in acetone, benzene |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.59 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.5740 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.81 |
Source: PubChem CID 6998 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 30786630 |
| CAS Number | 90-02-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-hydroxybenzaldehyde |
| EC Number | 201-961-0 |
| Molecular Formula | 2-(HO)C6H4CHO |
| Molecular Weight | 122.12 |
| Exact Mass | 122.0368 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C=O)O |
| InChIKey | SMQUZDBALVYZAC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H6O2/c8-5-6-3-1-2-4-7(6)9/h1-5,9H |
| PubChem CID | 6998 |
| UN Number | UN2810 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29124926 |
| Tariff Code | 2912490030 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Formylphenol
- 2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
- Benzaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-
- Benzaldehyde, o-hydroxy-
- FEMA No. 3004
- o-Formylphenol
- o-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
- Salicyladehyde
- Salicylal
- Salicylic aldehyde
Frequently asked questions
What is salicylaldehyde used for?
Salicylaldehyde is used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a fragrance and flavoring agent in the chemical industry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of salicylaldehyde?
The formula is C7H6O2 and the molecular weight is 122.12 g/mol.
How should salicylaldehyde be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from light and incompatible materials, as it is sensitive to oxidation.
What grade of salicylaldehyde does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies salicylaldehyde in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply salicylaldehyde in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply salicylaldehyde in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a salicylaldehyde order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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