Description

2-(3,4-Difluorophenoxy)Benzenecarbaldehyde is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde building block featuring a difluorophenoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of specific fluorinated aromatic motifs. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and CNS drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the difluorophenoxy group.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic and optoelectronic material development.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Building block for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Employed in contract research and manufacturing (CRO/CMO) for bespoke molecular assembly.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Difluorophenoxy)Benzenecarbaldehyde
CAS No.	289717-89-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3,4-Difluorophenoxy)Benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-(3,4-difluorophenoxy)-; 2-(3,4-Difluorophenoxy)benzaldehyde; 289717-89-1; 3,4-Difluorophenyl 2-formylphenyl ether; o-(3,4-Difluorophenoxy)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3,4-Difluorophenoxy)Benzenecarbaldehyde 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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.