CAS 765-34-4
:Glycidaldehyde
Description:
Glycidaldehyde, with the CAS number 765-34-4, is an organic compound classified as an aldehyde and an epoxide. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. Glycidaldehyde is known for its reactive nature, primarily due to the presence of both an aldehyde functional group and an epoxide ring, which makes it a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis. It is soluble in water and organic solvents, facilitating its use in various chemical reactions. The compound is primarily utilized in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. Due to its reactivity, glycidaldehyde can participate in nucleophilic addition reactions and polymerization processes. However, it should be handled with care, as it can be irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. Proper safety measures should be taken when working with this compound in laboratory or industrial settings.
Formula:C3H4O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C3H4O2/c4-1-3-2-5-3/h1,3H,2H2
InChI key:InChIKey=IWYRWIUNAVNFPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(=O)C1CO1
Synonyms:- (2R)-oxirane-2-carbaldehyde
- 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanal
- 2,3-Epoxypropanal
- 2,3-Epoxypropionaldehyde
- 2-Oxiranecarboxaldehyde
- Ai3-26165
- Brn 0103970
- Ccris 319
- Epihydrinaldehyde
- Epihydrine aldehyde
- Epoxypropanal
- Formyloxiran
- Formyloxirane
- Glycidal
- Glycidaldehyde [UN2622] [Flammable liquid]
- Glycidylaldehyde
- Glycinaldehyde
- Hsdb 5100
- Nsc 521506
- Oxirane-2-Carbaldehyde
- Oxirane-carboxaldehyde
- Oxiranecarboxaldehyde
- Oxiranecarboxaldehyde (9CI)
- Propionaldehyde, 2,3-epoxy-
- RCRA waste no. U126
- RCRA waste number U126
- Un2622
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Glycidaldehyde
CAS:Controlled ProductApplications Glycidaldehyde is an intermediate used to prepare Cytochalasin B (C998680) which is a fungal metabolic toxin that preferentially damages malignant cells
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Trendowski, M. et al.: Anticanc. Res., 35, 65 (2015)Formula:C3H4O2Color and Shape:NeatMolecular weight:72.06

