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Specification
Description
Solid;Solid;Beige powder; vanillic/nutty odour
Synonyms
4-Formylphenol
IUPAC Name
4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C=O)O
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H6O2/c8-5-6-1-3-7(9)4-2-6/h1-5,9H
InChI Key
RGHHSNMVTDWUBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point
310.0 °C
Melting Point
112-116 °C(lit.)
Flash Point
174 °C
Density
1,129 g/cm³
Solubility
0.11 M;8.45 mg/mL at 25 °C;8.45 mg/mL at 25 °C;slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents;freely soluble (in ethanol)
Appearance
Crystalline powder
Application
p-Hydroxybenzaldehyde serves as a vital intermediate in the pharmaceutical and spice industries, contributing significantly to the synthesis of a variety of compounds. It is utilized in producing several pharmaceuticals, such as amoxicillin and esmolol hydrochloride, and also in creating antibacterial agents. Additionally, p-Hydroxybenzaldehyde plays an essential role in spice production, being a precursor for vanillin, ethyl vanillin, and other aromatic compounds. In the broader industrial context, it is used in the synthesis of herbicides like bromoxynil and chloroxynil, and in applications such as bactericidal agents, emulsifiers in photography, and components in liquid crystal displays. The compound's versatility is further highlighted by its involvement in producing phenol derivatives through various reactions. Known for its sweet, woody aroma, p-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a critical component in diverse applications, underpinning its widespread utility across multiple sectors.