Description

4-(4-Fluorobenzyloxy)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive aldehyde group and a fluorinated benzyloxy moiety, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal material industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing kinase inhibitors, anti-inflammatory agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core building block for fluorinated liquid crystal monomers, essential for high-performance displays (LCDs) due to improved dielectric anisotropy and thermal stability.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photovoltaic materials.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile starting material for synthesizing more complex fluorinated aromatic compounds, dyes, and photoinitiators.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and the development of new fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Fluorobenzyloxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	56442-17-2
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(4-Fluorobenzyloxy)benzaldehyde; 4-[(4-Fluorophenyl)methoxy]benzaldehyde; 4-Fluorobenzyl 4-formylphenyl ether; Benzaldehyde, 4-[(4-fluorophenyl)methoxy]-; 4-Formylphenyl 4-fluorobenzyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Fluorobenzyloxy)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °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.