Description

6-Fluoro-3-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block. This compound matters for its unique trifluoromethyl and fluorine substituents, which are critical for modulating the lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and binding affinity of target molecules. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of small molecule drugs, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of fluorinated probes and tags for studying biological mechanisms and diagnostics.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoro-3-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde, 97%
CAS No.	1373920-97-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6F4O
Molecular Weight	206.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-6-fluoro-3-methylbenzaldehyde; 6-Fluoro-3-methyl-2-trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde; 2-Trifluoromethyl-6-fluoro-m-tolualdehyde; 1373920-97-8; 6-Fluoro-3-methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-tolualdehyde; 2-Formyl-3-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)fluorobenzene; 3-Methyl-6-fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoro-3-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde, 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the purity and identity meet the specified standard. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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