Description

3-Acetylbenzaldehyde 97 is a versatile aromatic ketone-aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both acetyl and formyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoresponsive polymers.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of specific aromatic compounds used in high-value applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and novel synthetic methodology exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetylbenzaldehyde 97
CAS No.	41908-11-6
Molecular Formula	C9H8O2
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetylbenzaldehyde; 3-Formylacetophenone; 1-(3-Formylphenyl)ethanone; m-Acetylbenzaldehyde; 3-Acetylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Acetylbenzene-1-carbaldehyde; 3-Acetylbenzaldehyde, 97%; 3-Acetylbenzaldehyde (contains up to 3% of 4-Acetylbenzaldehyde)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Acetylbenzaldehyde 97 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR), to ensure it meets the declared 97% minimum purity specification and is free from significant unknown impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch 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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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