Description

4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-6-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated benzaldehyde derivative, serving 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 essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: 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 new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the fluorine and chlorine atoms for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced functional materials used in displays and electronics.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Useful for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Employed in contract research and manufacturing (CRO/CMO) for bespoke molecule construction.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-6-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1158916-85-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO2
Molecular Weight	188.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-fluoro-6-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-chloro-6-methoxybenzaldehyde; 6-Methoxy-2-fluoro-4-chlorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-chloro-2-fluoro-6-methoxy-; 1158916-85-8; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-6-methoxy-benzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-chloro-6-methoxy-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-6-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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