Description

4-Cyclobutylbenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclobutyl ring attached to a benzaldehyde core, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing unique steric profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the cyclobutyl moiety can influence biological activity and environmental fate.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis, leveraging the aldehyde group for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of specialty monomers for polymers or as a building block for organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing aroma chemicals with complex, musky, or woody notes derived from its substituted benzaldehyde structure.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used extensively in methodological studies and for exploring new chemical reactions involving sterically hindered aldehydes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyclobutylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	875306-94-8
Molecular Formula	C11H12O
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Cyclobutylbenzaldehyde; 4-Cyclobutylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-cyclobutyl-; Cyclobutylbenzaldehyde; (4-Formylphenyl)cyclobutane
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Quality Control

Our 4-Cyclobutylbenzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from GC, HPLC, NMR, and other relevant techniques. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

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 (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

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.