Description

4-n-Decyloxybenzaldehyde is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its specific alkoxy-substituted benzaldehyde structure. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, offering reliable reactivity for formylation and condensation reactions. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and specialty polymer sectors seeking precise molecular components.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Synthesis: A key precursor for creating mesogenic units in nematic and smectic liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of electron-transport materials and host materials for advanced OLED displays.
• Nonlinear Optical Materials: Employed in research for creating materials with second-harmonic generation (SHG) properties.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce aldehyde groups into polymer chains.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, particularly in Schiff base formation and as a starting material for heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Decyloxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	24083-16-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	262.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Decyloxy)benzaldehyde; p-Decyloxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(decyloxy)-; 4-n-Decyloxybenzaldehyde; 4-(Decan-1-yloxy)benzaldehyde; p-n-Decyloxybenzaldehyde; 1-(4-Formylphenoxy)decane
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Quality Control

Our 4-n-Decyloxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 68 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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