2,5-Dihydroxyterephthalaldehyde

CAS: 1951-36-6

Ref. 3D-BAA95136

Product Information

• Name: 2,5-Dihydroxyterephthalaldehyde
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2,5-Dihydroxyterephthalaldehyde (2,5-DTPA) is a sugar alcohol that is used in the production of polyester. It can be synthesized by electrochemical methods and is produced as an intermediate in the synthesis of 2,5-dihydroxypentane-1,5-diyldimethanol. The optical properties and chemical stability of 2,5-DTPA are determined by its protonation state. The protonation state depends on the pH of the solution or solvent. 2,5-DTPA has two isomers: one with an intramolecular hydrogen bond and one without. 2,5-DTPA also exists as an enol form at high pH values and as a keto form at low pH values. This compound has been shown to have liver protective effects against cell death induced by oxidative stress in animal models.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 166.13 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₆O₄
• Purity: Min. 95%