Description

2,3,6-Trifluorobenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for introducing the trifluoromethylbenzene motif into complex molecules. Its value lies in enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with enhanced properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting CNS and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms improve bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, enhancing their dielectric and optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A crucial reagent for Suzuki, Heck, and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex fluorinated aromatic systems in academic and industrial R&D.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, improving their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,6-Trifluorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	104451-70-9
Molecular Formula	C7H3F3O
Molecular Weight	160.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,6-Trifluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,3,6-trifluoro-; 2,3,6-Trifluorobenzaldehyde; 2,3,6-Trifluorobenzencarbaldehyde; 2,3,6-Trifluorophenylformaldehyde; 2,3,6-F3C6H2CHO; 2,3,6-Trifluoro-1-benzaldehyde; 2,3,6-Trifluorobenzyl Aldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,6-Trifluorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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