Description

3,5-Diethylbenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde characterized by its two ethyl substituents in the meta positions. This compound serves as a valuable key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. It is essential for research and industrial applications requiring a specific, substituted benzaldehyde building block to impart unique steric and electronic properties to target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring a bulky, lipophilic aromatic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the diethyl substitution pattern is critical for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and in the development of organocatalysts.
• Fine Chemical and Fragrance Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex aromatic compounds used in flavors, fragrances, and dyes.
• Polymer and Material Science: Utilized in the creation of monomers for specialty polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Diethylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	81698-95-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O
Molecular Weight	162.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzaldehyde, 3,5-diethyl-; 3,5-Diethylbenzaldehyde; m,m-Diethylbenzaldehyde; 1-Formyl-3,5-diethylbenzene; 3,5-Diethylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; Diethylbenzaldehyde (mixed isomers); NSC 406925
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Quality Control

Our 3,5-Diethylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.