Description

4-(4-Fluorophenyl)Butanal is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the development of electron-transport materials and host materials for efficient OLED devices.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde functional group makes it a suitable substrate for Palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki-Miyaura coupling to create biaryl structures.
• Fine Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorinated compounds and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Fluorophenyl)Butanal
CAS No.	925442-73-5
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO
Molecular Weight	166.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Fluorophenyl)butyraldehyde; 4-(p-Fluorophenyl)butanal; 4-Fluorophenylbutanal; γ-(4-Fluorophenyl)butyraldehyde; 4-(4-Fluorophenyl)butanal-1; Butanal, 4-(4-fluorophenyl)-; p-Fluorophenylbutanal
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(4-Fluorophenyl)Butanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical synthesis workflows. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as confirmed by GC, HPLC, and NMR.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled 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, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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