Description

4-Butylbenzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal is a versatile acetal-protected aldehyde derivative, primarily serving as a key synthetic intermediate and protecting group in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to mask the reactive aldehyde functionality under basic conditions, allowing for selective transformations elsewhere on the molecule before deprotection. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where it is used to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a protecting group for aldehydes in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for chemists in academia and industry exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Butylbenzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal
CAS No.	83803-80-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight	236.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxy-4-butylbenzene; Benzaldehyde, 4-butyl-, diethyl acetal; p-Butylbenzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; 4-n-Butylbenzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Diethyl (4-butylphenyl)acetal; Butylbenzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Acetaldehyde, (4-butylphenyl)-, diethyl acetal
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Quality Control

Our 4-Butylbenzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.