Description

Benzaldehyde, 5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitro- CAS NO 2923-98-0 is a strategically functionalized aromatic aldehyde, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique substitution pattern, featuring fluoro, nitro, and hydroxy groups, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-inflammatory agents, and antimicrobials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create sophisticated chelating ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), leveraging the ortho-hydroxy and nitro groups for metal coordination.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized azo dyes and nitro-based pigments, where its structure contributes to color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or functionalization agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable starting material for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) and palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitro-
CAS No.	2923-98-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNO4
Molecular Weight	185.11 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzaldehyde; 3-Nitro-5-fluoro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-3-nitro-5-fluorobenzaldehyde; 5-Fluoro-3-nitro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxy-3-nitro-benzaldehyde; 2923-98-0 (CAS); 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzaldehyde (IUPAC)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzaldehyde, 5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitro- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, for comprehensive characterization and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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