Description

4-Hexadecyloxybenzaldehyde is a high-purity organic compound featuring a long alkyl chain linked to a benzaldehyde core via an ether bond. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating molecules with specific hydrophobic and mesogenic properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and specialty chemical industries who require precise molecular architecture for their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the development of organic compounds for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electro-optical applications.
• Specialty Surfactants & Polymers: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating polymers and surfactants with tailored surface activity and compatibility.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and development for constructing complex organic molecules, including ligands and dyes.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the study of self-assembling monolayers and advanced organic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Can be used as an intermediate in the production of certain aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexadecyloxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	59117-18-9
Molecular Formula	C23H38O2
Molecular Weight	346.55 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Hexadecyloxybenzaldehyde; 4-(Hexadecyloxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(hexadecyloxy)-; 4-n-Hexadecyloxybenzaldehyde; p-n-Hexadecyloxybenzaldehyde; 4-Palmityloxybenzaldehyde; (4-Hexadecyloxyphenyl)methanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hexadecyloxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

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

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