2-Methoxybenzaldehyde

• CAT Number: R018689
• CAS Number: 135-02-4
• Molecular Formula: C8H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 136.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: o-Anisaldehyde (8CI); 2-(Methyloxy)benzaldehyde; 2-Anisaldehyde; 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde; 2-Methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Methoxyphenylformaldehyde; 6-Methoxybenzaldehyde; NC 064; NSC 58960; Salicylaldehyde Methyl Ether; o-Formylanisole; o-Methoxyben
• Storage: Store at +4°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-methoxybenzaldehyde
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c1-10-8-5-3-2-4-7(8)6-9/h2-6H,1H3
• InChIKey: PKZJLOCLABXVMC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=CC=CC=C1C=O

2-Methoxybenzaldehyde（Cat No.:R018689）, also known as veratraldehyde, is an aromatic aldehyde with the molecular formula C8H8O2. It features a methoxy group (-OCH3) attached to the benzene ring at the second position, making it a derivative of methoxybenzene. This compound is widely used in the synthesis of fragrances, flavoring agents, and pharmaceuticals. Its pleasant, sweet odor makes it a valuable component in the perfume industry. Additionally, 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde is utilized as an intermediate in the production of other organic chemicals and as a reagent in organic synthesis.