Description

2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzaldehyde is a high-purity halogenated benzaldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo and fluoro substituents enhance biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing fluorescent tags or molecular probes for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable substrate for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1370025-54-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO
Molecular Weight	217.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-bromo-6-fluorobenzaldehyde; 6-Fluoro-2-bromo-4-methylbenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-6-fluoro-p-tolualdehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-6-fluoro-4-methyl-; 1370025-54-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-6-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Our quality assurance includes identity confirmation, purity analysis, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available for all shipments.

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, sparks, and open flame.

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.