Description

4-Chloro-2,3-Difluorobenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and fluoro substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the difluoro and chloro groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, improving device performance and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter thermal stability, chemical resistance, and optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki and Sonogashira couplings, and as a substrate for further functionalization to create complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2,3-Difluorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1160573-23-8
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF2O
Molecular Weight	176.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Difluoro-4-chlorobenzaldehyde; 4-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-chloro-2,3-difluoro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2,3-Difluorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.