Description

4-Chlorocinnamaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its chlorinated cinnamaldehyde structure. This compound matters as a key synthetic intermediate for the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials, offering a reactive site for condensation and cyclization reactions. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the chlorinated aromatic ring enhances bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components.
• Perfumery and Flavor Chemistry: Used in the creation of complex fragrance molecules due to its aromatic aldehyde character.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Heck and Suzuki couplings for constructing complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic transformations and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorocinnamaldehyde
CAS No.	49678-02-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClO
Molecular Weight	166.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chlorocinnamaldehyde; (E)-3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-propenal; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)acrylaldehyde; p-Chlorocinnamaldehyde; 4-Chloro-trans-cinnamaldehyde; 2-Propenal, 3-(4-chlorophenyl)-; Cinnamaldehyde, 4-chloro-
EINECS	256-430-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Chlorocinnamaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. 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	68 - 72 °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.