Description

4-(Butylthio)Benzaldehyde is a versatile sulfur-containing aromatic aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a butylthio side chain, makes it a valuable building block for the development of specialized chemicals and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur-based functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for fragrances, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new organic reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Butylthio)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	53606-10-3
Molecular Formula	C11H14OS
Molecular Weight	194.29 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(Butylthio)benzaldehyde; 4-(Butylsulfanyl)benzaldehyde; 4-(Butylmercapto)benzaldehyde; 4-Butylthiobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(butylthio)-; Butyl 4-formylphenyl sulfide; 1-(Butylthio)-4-formylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Butylthio)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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