Description

4-Ethoxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its ethoxy and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical active ingredients. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated organic electronic materials for displays and lighting.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific chemical resistance or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial research for cross-coupling reactions, condensations, and as a precursor to other functional groups.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	883541-11-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-ethoxybenzaldehyde; 4-Ethoxy-3-trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde; 4-Ethoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolualdehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-ethoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 883541-11-5; 4-Ethoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene-1-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.