Description

2-(4-1,1-Dimethylethylphenyl)Propionoic Aldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial high-purity intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring the tert-butylphenyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients, fragrances, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bulky aromatic substituents for enhanced bioavailability or receptor binding.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from the stability of the tert-butyl group.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used in the creation of novel aromatic compounds for high-value perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Materials: Intermediate in the production of organic electronic materials, where its structure can influence molecular alignment and electronic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, imparting specific thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-1,1-Dimethylethylphenyl)Propionoic Aldehyde
CAS No.	61136-74-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	220.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)propanoic aldehyde; 2-(p-tert-Butylphenyl)propionaldehyde; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-α-methylbenzenepropanal; 2-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)propionaldehyde; p-tert-Butyl-α-methylhydrocinnamaldehyde; 2-(4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)propanal; α-Methyl-4-tert-butylphenylacetaldehyde
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for 2-(4-1,1-Dimethylethylphenyl)Propionoic Aldehyde to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Our quality assurance system includes validated analytical methods such as HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability and prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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