3-Methyl-3-phenylbutanal

• CAT Number: L032443
• CAS Number: 6325-41-3
• Molecular Formula: C11H14O
• Molecular Weight: 162.23
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 3-methyl-3-phenylbutanal
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H14O/c1-11(2,8-9-12)10-6-4-3-5-7-10/h3-7,9H,8H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: COUZAGXGXFTWTH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)(CC=O)C1=CC=CC=C1

3-Methyl-3-phenylbutanal is an aromatic aldehyde widely used in fragrance chemistry, organic synthesis, and pharmaceutical research. Known for its pleasant scent, it is a common ingredient in perfumes and flavorings, adding floral and fruity notes. In organic synthesis, it serves as a versatile building block for creating more complex molecules due to its reactive aldehyde group and stable structure. Its applications extend to medicinal chemistry as a precursor in drug synthesis, supporting the development of bioactive compounds with diverse functionalities.