Description

4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde, 97% is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic aldehyde building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogen and methoxy substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where specific electronic and steric properties are required.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: An important starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in fundamental research to explore new chemical reactions and develop novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde, 97%
CAS No.	1002344-97-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO2
Molecular Weight	188.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-4-chloro-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-3-methoxy-4-chlorobenzaldehyde; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-3-methoxy-benzaldehyde; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-3-methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 1002344-97-9; Benzaldehyde, 4-chloro-2-fluoro-3-methoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the specified purity of 97% (min.) and confirm identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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 light-sensitive and should be stored away from light. It is also easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	97.0% min.
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	< 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm

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