Description

4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for modulating the physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability, bioavailability, and lipophilicity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitors, anti-inflammatory agents, and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated organic electronic materials for displays and lighting applications.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with specific thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in medicinal chemistry and material science for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1706438-84-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6F4O
Molecular Weight	206.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-fluoro-3-methylbenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-3-methyl-2-trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde; 3-Methyl-4-fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-fluoro-3-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Trifluoromethyl-4-fluoro-3-methyl-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by GC/HPLC), and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.