3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a colorless or pale yellow crystalline solid. Melting point 103-104 ℃, boiling point 240 ℃, 191 ℃ (6.7kPa). Slightly soluble in water, soluble in hot water, ethanol, acetone, ether, and benzene. Can sublime, cannot undergo steam distillation.
Specification
Item
Specification
Storage conditions
Inert atmosphere,2-8°C
Density
1.1179
Melting point
100-103 °C(lit.)
pKa
8.98(at 25℃)
MW
122.12
Boiling point
191 °C50 mm Hg(lit.)
Application
3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde, as an intermediate, is mainly used in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and dyes. It can also be used as a fungicide, photographic emulsifier, nickel plating gloss agent, etc. Drugs synthesized from meta hydroxybenzaldehyde mainly include dehydroepinephrine hydrochloride, adrenaline, quinine, and oxytetracycline.
Packing
Usually packed in 25kg/drum,and also can be do customized package.