Description

2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for introducing both fluorine and formyl functional groups into complex molecular architectures. Its value lies in enabling precise structural modifications that can enhance the biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties of target compounds. This intermediate is critically needed by R&D and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to improved stability and performance.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A valuable substrate in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and as a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for creating unique fluorinated aromatic compounds used in specialty fragrance formulations.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new fluorination reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	117752-04-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO
Molecular Weight	138.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-methylbenzaldehyde; 6-Fluoro-o-tolualdehyde; 2-Fluoro-6-tolualdehyde; 2-Methyl-6-fluorobenzaldehyde; o-Tolualdehyde, 6-fluoro-; 6-Fluoro-2-methylbenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-fluoro-6-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzaldehyde 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 support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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