Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-3,5-Dihydroxy- is a fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which introduces both fluorine and hydroxyl groups to the aromatic core, enabling precise modulation of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of fluorinated drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in displays.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Design: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Fluorinated Dye & Pigment Research: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel fluorophores with specific photophysical properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in fluorination and cross-coupling chemistry within R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-3,5-Dihydroxy-
CAS No.	120951-87-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5FO3
Molecular Weight	156.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde; 3,5-Dihydroxy-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-3,5-dihydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Fluororesorcylaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-β-resorcylaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-3,5-dihydroxy-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-3,5-Dihydroxy- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.