Description

4-Iodo-2-Trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde is a versatile and high-value halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the unique properties of the trifluoromethyl and iodo substituents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where specific halogen and fluorine interactions are required.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up services for clients in life sciences.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for exploratory chemistry in universities and corporate research labs focused on medicinal chemistry and new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Iodo-2-Trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1007579-67-0
Molecular Formula	C8H4F3IO
Molecular Weight	300.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Trifluoromethyl-4-iodobenzaldehyde; 4-Iodo-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; 4-Iodo-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-tolualdehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-iodo-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 4-Iodo-2-trifluoromethyl benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Iodo-2-Trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize repeated exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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