Description

4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated benzaldehyde derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloro-fluoro-methyl substitution offers specific bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material for methodological studies in fluorination and functional group transformation chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	177211-30-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO
Molecular Weight	172.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-fluoro-4-chlorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-chloro-5-methylbenzaldehyde; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-methyl-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-chloro-2-fluoro-5-methyl-; 177211-30-2; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-methylbenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container.

Specification

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