Description

3-Propoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a key organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its propoxy substituent, which modulates reactivity and solubility, making it a crucial building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzaldehyde core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Perfumery & Flavoring Agents: Employed in the creation of fragrance components and aroma chemicals due to its aromatic aldehyde functionality.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for organic chemists in academic and industrial settings for constructing complex molecules via reactions like condensation, reduction, and nucleophilic addition.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Can be incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to modify the properties of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Propoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	67698-61-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Propoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Propoxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-propoxy-; 3-(Propyloxy)benzaldehyde; m-Propyloxybenzaldehyde; 3-n-Propoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Propoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3-Propoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

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

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