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Salicylaldehyde

Also known as: o-Hydroxybenzaldehyde, 2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde, o-Formylphenol, 2-Formylphenol, Salicylal, FEMA 3004

Salicylaldehyde (CAS 90-02-8) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6O2 and a molecular weight of 122.12100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 1-2 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 197 °C(lit.), a density of 1.146 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 76.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
90-02-8
Jingsj CID
J-1341505-9
Molecular Formula
C7H6O2
Molecular Weight
122.12100 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point1-2 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point197 °C(lit.)
Density1.146 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point76.7 °C
Exact Mass122.03700
PSA37.30000
LogP1.20470
Additional Property4.2 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure1 mm Hg ( 33 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.573(lit.)
Additional Propertyslightly soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Salicylaldehyde?

The CAS number of Salicylaldehyde is 90-02-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Salicylaldehyde?

Salicylaldehyde has molecular formula C7H6O2 and molecular weight 122.12100 g/mol.

Is Salicylaldehyde hazardous?

Salicylaldehyde has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Salicylaldehyde?

For Salicylaldehyde, Upstream Products: Salicyl alcohol, o-Cresol, Salicylaldoxime; Downstream Products: cis,cis-Muconic acid, 2-Ethoxychroman, 2-(Hex-1-yn-1-yl)benzaldehyde.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Salicylaldehyde (CAS 90-02-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1341505-9 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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