Description

3-{[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl]Oxy}Benzaldehyde CAS NO 343604-08-0 is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative featuring a benzyloxy linker and a trifluoromethyl substituent, making it a valuable fluorinated building block. This compound matters for its role in facilitating the synthesis of complex molecules where the trifluoromethyl group can impart desirable properties such as enhanced metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients, as well as by material scientists exploring advanced polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for incorporating the metabolically stable trifluoromethyl group into bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine atoms can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymer chains, enhancing chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research.
• Fluorinated Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with unique optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-{[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl]Oxy}Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	343604-08-0
Molecular Formula	C15H11F3O2
Molecular Weight	280.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(3-Trifluoromethylbenzyl)oxy]benzaldehyde; 3-((3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl)oxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-[[[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methyl]oxy]-; 3-(3-Trifluoromethylbenzyloxy)benzaldehyde; 3-[(3-Trifluoromethyl-benzyl)oxy]-benzaldehyde; 3-((3-Trifluoromethylbenzyl)oxy)benzaldehyde; 3-(α,α,α-Trifluoro-m-tolylmethoxy)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-{[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl]Oxy}Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring traceability and consistency for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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