Description

5-Bromo-2,4-Difluoro-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic aldehyde building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and fluorinated structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine and bromine substituents enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a scaffold for library synthesis in drug discovery.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex, halogenated organic dyes and pigments that require specific light-fastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2,4-Difluoro-3-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1378865-38-3
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrF2O
Molecular Weight	235.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-bromo-2,4-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,4-Difluoro-5-bromo-3-methylbenzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-2,4-difluoro-3-methyl-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-bromo-2,4-difluoro-3-methyl-; 1378865-38-3; 5-Br-2,4-F2-3-Me-Benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-2,4-Difluoro-3-Methylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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