3,5 – Dichlorosalicylaldehyde

Description :

Application. 3,5-Dichlorosalicylaldehyde has been used in the preparation of: Schiff base ligands[1] (RS)-3,5-dichloro-2-[[(1-phenylethyl)imino]methyl]phenol[2]
IUPAC Name: 3,5-Dichloro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde
Molecular Formula: C7H4Cl2O2
Molecular Weight: Approximately 187.02 g/mol
Appearance: Typically a crystalline solid.
Melting Point: Around 148-152°C (depending on purity and form).
Solubility: Moderately soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone; less soluble in water.
Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves and safety glasses. Work in a well-ventilated area or a fume hood.
3,5-Dichlorosalicylaldehyde, also known as 3,5-dichloro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde, is a chemical compound with the formula C7H4Cl2O2. Its structure consists of a benzene ring with two chlorine atoms substituted at the 3 and 5 positions and an aldehyde group (-CHO) attached to the 1 position.