Description

2-Fluoro-3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde, distinguished by the strategic positioning of its hydroxyl and fluorine substituents. This compound matters as a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering unique reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical R&D teams for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated phenolic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and UV stabilizers due to its reactive aldehyde and phenolic groups.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers and liquid crystals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	103438-86-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5FO2
Molecular Weight	140.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-3-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-3-hydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Fluororesorcylaldehyde; 3-Formyl-2-fluorophenol; 2-Fluoro-3-formylphenol; 2-Fluororesorcinol-1-carbaldehyde; o-Fluoro-m-hydroxybenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-3-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.