Description

4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. 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 R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic electronic materials, contributing to improved performance and stability in displays.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde group is a versatile handle for further functionalization via reactions like Suzuki, Heck, or reductive amination in complex molecule assembly.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: An important reagent for academic and industrial research exploring the effects of multi-fluorination on molecular properties and reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde, 97%
CAS No.	1373921-14-2
Molecular Formula	C9H6F4O
Molecular Weight	206.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-fluoro-3-methylbenzaldehyde; 3-Methyl-4-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-fluoro-3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1373921-14-2; 4-Fluoro-3-methyl-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-tolualdehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde, 97% undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Every batch is validated using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and impurity profile. We maintain strict adherence to cGMP principles where applicable for production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). 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 and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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