Description

2-Formyl-4-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Phenol is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a formyl group and a trifluoromethylphenyl moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging the bioactivity-enhancing properties of the trifluoromethyl group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions or asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or polymers where specific aromatic architectures are required.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for academic and industrial R&D exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formyl-4-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Phenol
CAS No.	893737-70-7
Molecular Formula	C14H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	266.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3-(3-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl)benzaldehyde; 3-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)phenol; 4-Hydroxy-3-[(3-trifluoromethyl)phenyl]benzaldehyde; Phenol, 2-formyl-4-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our fine chemical intermediates. Production of 2-Formyl-4-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Phenol follows standardized procedures with in-process checks to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles (typically by HPLC, NMR, and IR) is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen or argon). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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