Description

4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-6-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 invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromo-fluoro-methyl pattern confers specific bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors, due to its electron-withdrawing halogen groups.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Employed in contract research and manufacturing (CRO/CMO) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring functionalized benzaldehydes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and other halogen-based transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	1805421-14-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO
Molecular Weight	217.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4-bromo-6-methylbenzaldehyde; 6-Methyl-4-bromo-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 4-Bromo-2-fluoro-6-tolualdehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-bromo-2-fluoro-6-methyl-; 1805421-14-0; 4-Bromo-2-fluoro-6-methyl-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.