Description

4-[Methyl(4-Methylphenyl)Amino]Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a crucial advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a formyl group and a substituted diarylamine moiety, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic amine-aldehyde architectures.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a core component for synthesizing specialized triarylmethane dyes, charge-transfer complexes, and photochromic materials.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Building block for creating hole-transport materials (HTMs) and organic semiconductors used in OLEDs and photovoltaic devices.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Intermediate for preparing sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to introduce aldehyde functionality for further cross-linking or to modify material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[Methyl(4-Methylphenyl)Amino]Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1456486-66-0
Molecular Formula	C15H15NO
Molecular Weight	225.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Methylphenyl)(methyl)amino]benzaldehyde; N-Methyl-N-(4-methylphenyl)-4-aminobenzaldehyde; p-[(N-Methyl-p-toluidino)]benzaldehyde; 4-(N-Methyl-p-toluidino)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-[(4-methylphenyl)methylamino]-; 4-(Methyl(4-methylphenyl)amino)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-[Methyl(4-Methylphenyl)Amino]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 research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full batch traceability are provided with every shipment.

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 compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.