Description

2-(2,4-Difluoro-Phenyl)-3H-Imidazole-4-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its difluorophenyl and imidazole-carbaldehyde motifs are key pharmacophores. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors, antifungal agents, and other biologically active molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the imidazole and difluorophenyl groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds through reactions such as condensation, cyclization, and nucleophilic addition.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for the synthesis of specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4-Difluoro-Phenyl)-3H-Imidazole-4-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1824090-49-4
Molecular Formula	C10H6F2N2O
Molecular Weight	208.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-1H-imidazole-4-carbaldehyde; 2-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-1H-imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Formyl-2-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-1H-imidazole; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde, 2-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-; 2-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-4-formylimidazole; 2-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)imidazole-4-carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-3H-Imidazole-4-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.