Description

4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenebutanal is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for introducing the trifluoromethylphenyl moiety into complex molecular architectures. Its value lies in enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with enhanced properties like metabolic stability and lipophilicity. This high-purity intermediate is critically needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides where the trifluoromethyl group improves biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, enhancing performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A valuable reagent in cross-coupling reactions and as a substrate for developing new synthetic methodologies in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fluorinated Surfactant Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance surfactants and surface coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenebutanal
CAS No.	528867-43-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11F3O
Molecular Weight	216.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylbutanal; 4-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)butyraldehyde; γ-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)butyraldehyde; Benzenebutanal, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzene butanal; 4-Trifluoromethylbenzenebutanal; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzenebutanaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenebutanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every 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 each 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 compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening sealed containers. 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.