2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde is used in the preparation of 2-methyl-phloroglucinol by hydrogenation using 5% palladium/carbon. It acts as a reactant for the synthesis of biologically active molecules such as 2,4,6-trichlorophenyl hydrazones. It is also used as a xanthine oxidase inhibitor.

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Applications
2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde is used in the preparation of 2-methyl-phloroglucinol by hydrogenation using 5% palladium/carbon. It acts as a reactant for the synthesis of biologically active molecules such as 2,4,6-trichlorophenyl hydrazones. It is also used as a xanthine oxidase inhibitor.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Air sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specifications

• Melting Point: ∼195°C (decomposition)
• Quantity: 1 g
• Beilstein: 2254429
• Sensitivity: Air Sensitive
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 154.12
• Percent Purity: 95%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2,4,6-Trihydroxybenzaldehyde

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