Description

2,6-Difluoro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine and methoxy substituents, which are critical for modulating the electronic and steric properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a difluoromethoxybenzene core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance 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).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers and liquid crystals, where the fluorine content can influence material properties like thermal stability and dielectric constant.
• Fine Chemical Production: A crucial building block for synthesizing more complex fluorinated fine chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	149949-30-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-2,6-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,6-Difluoro-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2,6-Difluoro-m-anisaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,6-difluoro-3-methoxy-; 149949-30-4
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluoro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and cGMP-grade synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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