Description

3-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is a versatile and high-value fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced molecules where the combination of chlorine and trifluoromethyl substituents imparts unique electronic and steric properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients. Its specific structure makes it an essential intermediate for developing compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in creating advanced polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other performance materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A high-purity starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up services in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	112641-26-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClF3O
Molecular Weight	208.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Trifluoromethyl-3-chlorobenzaldehyde; 3-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; 3-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-tolualdehyde; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-chlorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; o-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolualdehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.