Description

3-Chloro-Biphenyl-4-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its biphenyl core and chloro-substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its biphenyl structure for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a foundational unit for creating organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce rigidity and specific functional groups into polymer chains.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic methodology development and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-Biphenyl-4-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	79213-60-8
Molecular Formula	C13H9ClO
Molecular Weight	216.66 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-4-biphenylcarboxaldehyde; 4'-Chloro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxaldehyde; (3-Chloro-4-biphenylyl)methanal; 3-Chloro-4-formylbiphenyl; 3-Chloro-4-phenylbenzaldehyde; 4-Benzylidene-2-chlorobenzaldehyde; Biphenyl-4-carboxaldehyde, 3-chloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-Biphenyl-4-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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