Description

2'-(Methylsulfinyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized biphenyl derivative featuring both a sulfoxide and an aldehyde group, making it a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate. Its unique bifunctional structure is critical for constructing complex molecules in advanced pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and R&D professionals developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), organic electronic materials, and specialty ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and anti-cancer agent research.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocycles and functionalized organic frameworks via its reactive aldehyde group.
• Material Science: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its conjugated biphenyl core.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: The sulfinyl group can act as a chiral auxiliary or coordinating moiety in the design of asymmetric catalysts.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the discovery and synthesis of new-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and scale-up process development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2'-(Methylsulfinyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1171155-44-4
Molecular Formula	C14H12O2S
Molecular Weight	244.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formyl-2'-(methylsulfinyl)biphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxaldehyde, 2'-(methylsulfinyl)-; 2'-(Methylsulfinyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbaldehyde; 2'-(Methylsulfinyl)biphenyl-4-carbaldehyde; 4-Biphenylcarboxaldehyde, 2'-(methylsulfinyl)-; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2'-(Methylsulfinyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbaldehyde is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency suitable for demanding research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when appropriate to prevent oxidation and moisture uptake. Keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccator for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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