Description

3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde intermediate of significant commercial importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a benzaldehyde and a phenoxy group, makes it a key building block for the production of more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop advanced active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of pyrethroid insecticides, such as cypermethrin and fenvalerate, where it forms the alcohol moiety.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating various pharmacologically active compounds, including potential antiviral and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the research and development of advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes due to its aromatic and planar structure.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and optical brighteners.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance applications.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	39515-51-0
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Phenoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Phenoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-phenoxy-; (3-Phenoxyphenyl)methanal; Phenoxybenzaldehyde; NSC 403119; m-Phenoxybenzaldehyde; 3-POBAL
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Quality Control

Our 3-Phenoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	72 - 76 °C
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.