Description

6-Bromo-2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized aromatic aldehyde building block. Its unique halogen and hydroxyl substitution pattern makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is particularly valuable for pharmaceutical chemists and agrochemical researchers seeking to introduce specific steric and electronic properties into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, oncology, and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the bromo and difluoro groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic materials, contributing to improved charge transport and thermal stability in display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A valuable substrate in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating libraries of complex fluorinated compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	2010955-48-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrF2O2
Molecular Weight	236.99 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-6-bromo-2,3-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,3-Difluoro-4-hydroxy-6-bromobenzaldehyde; 6-Bromo-2,3-difluoro-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 6-Bromo-2,3-difluoro-4-formylphenol; Benzaldehyde, 6-bromo-2,3-difluoro-4-hydroxy-; 2010955-48-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Bromo-2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, is performed to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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