Description

3-Fluoro-4-(Methylthio)Benzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block, distinguished by its unique methylthio substituent. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating complex molecular synthesis, offering a reactive aldehyde group for condensation and a fluorine atom for tuning electronic properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and CNS-active molecule research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving charge transport and thermal stability.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in synthesizing specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific chemical resistance or alter material properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex aromatic compounds in high-value fragrance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-(Methylthio)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	177756-61-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7FOS
Molecular Weight	170.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylthio)-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methylthiobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-p-(methylthio)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-fluoro-4-(methylthio)-; 3-Fluoro-4-(methylsulfanyl)benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-(methylmercapto)benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-(methylthio)benzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Fluoro-4-(Methylthio)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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