Description

3-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an aldehyde group and a fluorine atom on the benzene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating fluorinated bioactive molecules which often exhibit enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can improve lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed in various name reactions (e.g., Suzuki coupling, reductive amination) to introduce the 3-fluoro-4-methylbenzyl moiety into more complex structures.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific fluorinated aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance formulations.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to incorporate aromatic aldehyde functionality into polymer chains for specialty resins and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	177756-62-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO
Molecular Weight	138.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-p-tolualdehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methylbenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methyl-benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-tolualdehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-toluic aldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methyl benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methyl-benzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.