Description

2-Fluoro-4-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzaldehyde is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by its unique combination of a benzaldehyde core with fluorine and pentafluorosulfur substituents. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific fluorine pattern can dramatically alter electronic properties and metabolic stability. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving stability and performance.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to create specialty polymers with unique surface properties, chemical resistance, or low dielectric constants.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis and sensing applications.
• Fluorine-18 Radiochemistry: Potential precursor for positron emission tomography (PET) tracer development, leveraging the fluorine atom.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1240257-23-1
Molecular Formula	C7H2F6OS
Molecular Weight	248.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-(pentafluorosulfanyl)benzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-(SF5)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-fluoro-4-(pentafluorosulfanyl)-; 1240257-23-1; SF5-Benzaldehyde derivative
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (HPLC/GC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥99.0% (High Purity Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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