Description

4-(4-n-Pentylphenyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a biphenyl core substituted with a pentyl chain and an aldehyde functional group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, offering a unique combination of aromaticity and reactivity. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal display (LCD), and specialty polymer industries for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Synthesis: A key precursor for the production of nematic and ferroelectric liquid crystals used in high-performance displays.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of novel electron-transport materials or host materials for OLED devices.
• Specialty Polymer Monomers: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific optical or thermal properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring new organic reactions and material properties in chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-n-Pentylphenyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	56741-21-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	252.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentyl-4'-formylbiphenyl; 4'-Formyl-4-pentylbiphenyl; 4-(4-Pentylphenyl)benzaldehyde; p-Pentylphenylbenzaldehyde; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxaldehyde, 4'-pentyl-; 4-Pentylbiphenyl-4'-carboxaldehyde; 4'-Pentyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-n-Pentylphenyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured 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 identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

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