Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2022-06-05 23:02:13 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:04:12 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0054259
Metabolite Identification
Common Name4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde
Description4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde is a member of the aromatic aldehyde class, characterized by a benzene ring substituted with a trifluoromethyl group and an aldehyde functional group. Its chemical structure features a benzaldehyde moiety with a -CF3 group at the para position, which significantly influences its reactivity and interactions. In various chemical processes, 4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde serves as a precursor in molecular layer deposition (MLD), where it is utilized alongside other aromatic compounds to create thin films with specific properties. For instance, it has been involved in MLD processes using trimethylaluminum and ozone, indicating its role in synthesizing advanced materials (PMID:31458876 ). Additionally, it has been employed in sequences with other precursors to analyze compositional changes in films, demonstrating its utility in materials science (PMID:28838240 ). Furthermore, the compound has been utilized in X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) studies to measure amine content in plasma polymer films, showcasing its relevance in surface chemistry (PMID:26791435 ). Overall, 4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde is integral to various chemical pathways, particularly in the development of novel materials.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
Para-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehydeHMDB
Molecular FormulaC8H5F3O
Average Mass174.122
Monoisotopic Mass174.02924927
IUPAC Name4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde
Traditional Namep-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
FC(F)(F)C1=CC=C(C=O)C=C1
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C8H5F3O/c9-8(10,11)7-3-1-6(5-12)2-4-7/h1-5H
InChI KeyBEOBZEOPTQQELP-UHFFFAOYSA-N