Description

4-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenoxy)-Benzaldehyde is a high-value fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the trifluoromethylphenoxy moiety, which imparts unique electronic and lipophilic properties to target molecules, enhancing their biological activity and metabolic stability. This compound is critically needed by R&D and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients, particularly in the areas of herbicides, fungicides, and novel drug candidates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Critical building block for developing next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the CF3 group improves leaf adhesion and rainfastness.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the research and production of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or intermediate for synthesizing electron-deficient units in organic semiconductors and OLED materials.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to enhance chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and creating specialized chemical libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenoxy)-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	90035-20-4
Molecular Formula	C14H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	266.22 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(p-Trifluoromethylphenoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-; 4-(α,α,α-Trifluoro-p-tolyloxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(4-Trifluoromethylphenoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(p-Trifluoromethylphenoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(4-Trifluoromethyl-phenyloxy)-benzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4-Trifluoromethyl-Phenoxy)-Benzaldehyde adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials are fully characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality and regulatory documentation.

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). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C
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.