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4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde

Also known as: 4-(Diethylamino)benzaldehyde, p-(Diethylamino)benzaldehyde, N,N-Diethyl-4-aminobenzaldehyde, 4-Diethylaminobenzoaldehyde, Benzaldehyde, 4-(diethylamino)-, P-FORMYL-N,N-DIETHYLANILINE

4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde (CAS 120-21-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H15NO and a molecular weight of 177.243 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 37-41 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 329.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.2±12.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H312 — Harmful in contact with skin, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
120-21-8
Jingsj CID
J-38665-2
Molecular Formula
C11H15NO
Molecular Weight
177.243 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point37-41 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point329.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point110.2±12.0 °C
Exact Mass177.115356
PSA20.31000
LogP2.87
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.571
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Luo M, et al. Diethylaminobenzaldehyde is a covalent, irreversible inactivator of ALDH7A1. ACS Chem Biol. 2015 Mar 20;10(3):693-7. [2]. Araki N, et al. Screening for androgen receptor activities in 253 industrial chemicals by in vitro reporter gene assays using AR-EcoScreen cells. Toxicol In Vitro. 2005 Sep;19(6):831-42.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922399090
Summary2922399090 other amino-aldehydes, amino-ketones and amino-quinones, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde?

The CAS number of 4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde is 120-21-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde?

4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde has molecular formula C11H15NO and molecular weight 177.243 g/mol.

Is 4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde hazardous?

4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde?

For 4-Diethylaminobenzaldehyde, Upstream Products: N,N-Diethylaniline, Trimethyl orthoformate, N,N-Dimethylformamide; Downstream Products: 4-(Diethylamino)benzoic acid, N,N-Diethyl-4-ethynylaniline, Lithium trimethylsilanolate.

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