Table of Contents
- Product Overview & Specifications
- Key Applications & Industrial Uses
- Operational Guidelines
- Application Case Studies
- Verified Client Implementations
- Contact for Technical Consultation
p-Tolualdehyde (CAS 104-87-0) Technical Specifications
Molecular Characteristics
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 104-87-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H8O |
| Appearance | Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Purity Grade | Industrial (≥98%), Pharmaceutical (≥99.5%) |
| Boiling Point | 204-205°C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 82°C (closed cup) |
Comparative Analysis
| Feature | p-Tolualdehyde | Benzaldehyde | o-Tolualdehyde |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reactivity | Moderate electrophilicity | High reactivity | Lower stability |
| Thermal Stability | Superior at ≤200°C | Decomposes at 180°C | Limited above 170°C |
| Solubility | 0.5 g/L in water (20°C) | 0.6 g/L in water | 0.3 g/L in water |
Industrial Applications
Fragrance Manufacturing
Essential component in:
- Lilac and floral scent formulations
- High-end perfume fixatives
- Functional air care products
Pharmaceutical Intermediates
- Key precursor for antihistamine APIs
- Building block for anticonvulsant drugs
- Intermediate in vitamin synthesis
Agrochemical Production
- Active ingredient in fungicidal formulations
- Plant growth regulator synthesis
- Pheromone-based pest control systems
Operational Protocols
Storage Requirements
| Condition | Specification |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 15-25°C (long-term storage) |
| Container | Nitrogen-purged stainless steel |
| Shelf Life | 24 months unopened |
Reaction Optimization
- Optimal catalyst: 0.5-1.2% Pt/Al2O3
- Recommended solvent systems: Ethanol/water (7:3)
- pH range: 6.8-7.5 for amine reactions
Implementation Scenarios
Case 1: Flavor Enhancement
Food manufacturer achieved 40% cost reduction in vanilla flavor production through p-Tolualdehyde-mediated synthesis.
Case 2: Pharmaceutical Synthesis
API producer increased intermediate yield from 68% to 82% using optimized p-Tolualdehyde reaction conditions.
Documented Client Implementations
Client A: European Fragrance House
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application | Luxury perfume base |
| Volume | 8.5MT quarterly |
| Benefit | 25% longer scent retention |
Client B: Asian Pharma Company
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Case | Antiviral drug intermediate |
| Scale | Batch size: 1200L |
| Outcome | Impurities reduced to <0.15% |
Technical Consultation
Request customized specifications:
| Contact Method | Detail |
|---|---|
| info@vivalr.com | |
| Phone | (86) 15866781826 |
| Response Time | <24 hours for technical queries |



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