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2,5-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde, 98+%
Description
2,5-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is used in the preparation of 2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine, which is utilized to prepare psychoactive drugs such as 2,5-dimethoxy-4-bromophenethylamine, 2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodophenethylamine and 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxy-phenethylamine. It acts as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
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2,5-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde is used in the preparation of 2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine, which is utilized to prepare psychoactive drugs such as 2,5-dimethoxy-4-bromophenethylamine, 2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodophenethylamine and 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxy-phenethylamine. It acts as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
Solubility
Soluble in chloroform and methanol. Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Air sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 47°C to 51°C |
| Boiling Point | 146°C (10 mmHg) |
| Flash Point | >110°C (230°F) |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Beilstein | 509301 |
| Sensitivity | Air Sensitive |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in chloroform and methanol. Slightly soluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 166.18 |
| Percent Purity | ≥98% |
| Chemical Name or Material | 2,5-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde |
Safety and Handling
- Danger
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Respiratory sensitiser Category 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P284-¢In case of inadequate ventilation! wear respiratory protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
RUO – Research Use Only
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