Description

3-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Propionaldehyde is a high-value fluorinated aromatic aldehyde intermediate. This compound is prized for its unique chemical reactivity, primarily due to the electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group, which makes it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated aromatic moiety to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific chemical resistance, thermal stability, or unique surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Propionaldehyde
CAS No.	166947-09-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O
Molecular Weight	202.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Oxopropyl)benzotrifluoride; 3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]propanal; 3-(p-Trifluoromethylphenyl)propionaldehyde; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylpropionaldehyde; γ-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)propionaldehyde; 3-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)propanal; 1-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-3-propanone (tautomer); p-Trifluoromethylphenylpropionaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenyl)-Propionaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele in fine chemical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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