Description

[4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenoxy]Acetaldehyde is a versatile chemical intermediate featuring a reactive aldehyde group attached to a tert-butylphenoxy moiety. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical production, and specialty polymer chemistry, where it is used to introduce specific functional groups and modify material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring phenoxy-acetaldehyde structural motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive aldehyde for condensation reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce aldehyde functionality into polymers or resins, enabling further cross-linking or functionalization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic synthesis laboratories for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	[4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenoxy]Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	72928-50-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16O2
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	p-tert-Butylphenoxyacetaldehyde; 4-tert-Butylphenoxyacetaldehyde; 2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)acetaldehyde; (4-tert-Butylphenoxy)ethanal; 72928-50-8; 4-(tert-Butyl)phenoxyacetaldehyde; 2-[(4-tert-Butylphenyl)oxy]acetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our [4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenoxy]Acetaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay (GC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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