Description

2-Fluoro-6-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its strategically positioned fluorine and nitro substituents. This compound is essential for facilitating complex molecular synthesis, offering chemists a reactive handle for constructing advanced intermediates. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the nitro and fluoro groups confer specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and production of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its electron-withdrawing groups.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes and functional pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde and halogen functionalities make it a suitable substrate for Suzuki, Sonogashira, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1644-82-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNO3
Molecular Weight	169.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-nitrobenzaldehyde; 6-Nitro-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-fluoro-6-nitro-; 2-Fluoro-6-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Fluor-6-nitrobenzaldehyd; 2-Fluoro-6-nitro-benzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-6-nitro-benzaldehyd
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-6-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.