Description

2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine and methoxy substituents, which are critical for modulating the electronic properties, lipophilicity, and metabolic stability of target molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the difluoro-methoxy motif can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens and electron-transport materials, improving the performance, stability, and efficiency of display and lighting technologies.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), leveraging its aldehyde group for Schiff base formation.
• Polymer & Specialty Chemical Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a functionalization agent to impart unique solubility, thermal, and surface properties to high-performance polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	256417-10-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2,6-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2,6-Difluoro-p-anisaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,6-difluoro-4-methoxy-; 256417-10-4; 4-Methoxy-2,6-difluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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%

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