Description

4-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a formyl group and a phenolic hydroxyl group ortho to a fluorine atom, enables precise molecular modifications essential for creating high-value compounds. This intermediate is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors who require reliable, high-purity raw materials for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and central nervous system (CNS) active agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical and Dye Intermediate: Employed in the production of complex organic molecules, including specialty dyes and pigments.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the creation of monomers for specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the exploration of new fluorination and formylation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	348-28-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5FO2
Molecular Weight	140.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-fluorobenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxy-benzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzene-1-carbaldehyde; 4-Fluorosalicylaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-2-formylphenol; 4-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde (4-Fluorosalicylaldehyde)
EINECS	206-489-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

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, strong bases, and sources of ignition. The compound is light-sensitive; store away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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