4-Biphenylcarboxaldehyde

RT

182, 22

White to pale yellow solid

4-Biphenylcarboxaldehyde is a chemical compound that belongs to the group of hydrocarbons. It is a colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor, soluble in ether and benzene, and has a boiling point of 210 °C. 4-Biphenylcarboxaldehyde can be used as a raw material for the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The molecular structure of this compound is unsymmetrical due to its biphenyl backbone and two carbonyl groups. Hydrochloric acid reacts with 4-biphenylcarboxaldehyde to form 2-bromoethylbenzene and hydrogen gas

Synonyms:
4-Biphenylcarboxaldehyde; p-Phenyl-benzaldehyde; 4-Biphenylaldehyde; 4-Biphenylylcarboxaldehyde; 4-Formyl-1, 1'-biphenyl; 4-Formylbiphenyl; 4-Phenylbenzaldehyde; Biphenyl-4-carbaldehyde; NSC 46066; p-Biphenylaldehyde; p-Biphenylcarboxaldehyde; p-Biphenylylaldehyde; p-Phenylbenzaldehyde

CAS No:
3218-36-8

Molecular Formula:
C13H10O

Molecular Weight:
182.22

Appearance:
White to pale yellow solid

Purity:
≥98%

Melting Point:
57-59°C

Solubility:
Chloroform (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly)

Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT.