5-Cyano-2-methoxybenzaldehyde

5-Cyano-2-methoxybenzaldehyde, also known as 5-CN-2-MBC, is a chemical compound with the CAS number 21962-53-8. It is a pale yellow to dark yellow solid with a characteristic aromatic odor. The chemical structure of 5-CN-2-MBC consists of a benzene ring with two methoxy groups attached to the carbon atoms at positions 2 and 5. The nitrogen atom at position 5 has a cyano group attached to it.

Chemical Name:

CAS No:

21962-53-8

Molecular Fomula:

C9H7NO2

Formula Weight:

161.16

Chemical Uses

Description:

5-Cyano-2-methoxybenzaldehyde is an organic compound belonging to the class of benzaldehydes. It is a pale yellow to dark yellow solid with a faint odour, melting point of 115-120℃. It is used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, such as Camazepam, Bromazepam, and Lorazepam. It is also used in the production of dyes, pigments and other organic intermediates.

Chemical Properties:

Pale yellow to dark yellow Solid

Uses:

Another use for 5-Cyano-2-methoxybenzaldehyde is to create a reaction intermediate for the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, such as ibuprofen and naproxen. In addition, this aromatic aldehyde is used in the synthesis of drugs such as captopril, an antihypertensive drug, and ranitidine, an antacid.

5-Cyano-2-methoxybenzaldehyde can also be used as a reagent in the synthesis of other compounds, such as peptides, amino acids and saccharides. This chemical compound is also used in the synthesis of perfumes, dyes and plasticizers.

Chemical Properties

Chemical name:	5-Cyano-2-methoxybenzaldehyde
Cas No:	21962-53-8
Molecular Formula:	C9H7NO2
Formula Weight:	161.16
Apperance:	Pale yellow to dark yellow Solid
Purity:	97%
Storage conditions：	Store at 2-8°C.