Description

4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Butanal is a versatile aromatic aldehyde intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis, valued for its reactive aldehyde group and methoxy-substituted phenyl ring. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the production of more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for cardiovascular and central nervous system drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating musky, amber, or floral notes in fine perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Utilized in the synthesis of monomers for advanced liquid crystal polymers and displays.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for novel organic transformations and catalyst development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Butanal
CAS No.	56047-51-9
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butyraldehyde; 4-(p-Methoxyphenyl)butanal; 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butanal; p-Methoxyphenylbutyraldehyde; 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butyric aldehyde; 4-Methoxy-γ-phenylbutyraldehyde; γ-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butyraldehyde; 56047-51-9
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Butanal is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 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 acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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