Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Ethoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- (9Ci) CAS NO 334018-36-9 is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative, distinguished by the presence of ethoxy and trifluoromethyl substituents on the benzene ring. This compound is a high-value chemical intermediate prized for its unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the trifluoromethyl group. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those requiring the metabolic stability and lipophilicity conferred by the trifluoromethyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the CF3 moiety enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Fine Chemical & Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of complex organic molecules and as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands in catalysis.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones to alter physical properties such as thermal stability and solvent resistance.
• Flavor & Fragrance Research: Investigated as a potential intermediate for creating novel aromatic compounds in advanced fragrance chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Ethoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	334018-36-9
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-ethoxybenzaldehyde; 2-Ethoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolualdehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-ethoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Ethoxy-4-trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde; 4-Trifluoromethyl-2-ethoxybenzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzaldehyde, 2-Ethoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency critical for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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/59-77°F). Due to its light-sensitive nature and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.