Description

4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a formyl group, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers and emissive dopants.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used to introduce cross-linking sites or enhance thermal and mechanical properties in high-performance engineering plastics and epoxy resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Raw material for manufacturing organic compounds that protect polymers and coatings from photodegradation.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	100980-82-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Hydroxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxaldehyde; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxaldehyde, 4'-hydroxy-; 4-Formyl-4'-hydroxybiphenyl; p-Hydroxyphenylbenzaldehyde; 4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)benzaldehyde; (4'-Hydroxybiphenyl-4-yl)methanal; 4'-Hydroxy-4-biphenylcarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	195 - 200 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.