Description

3-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block, essential for introducing specific methoxy and fluoro substituents into complex molecular architectures. Its value lies in its high purity and reactivity, enabling precise synthesis in advanced research and industrial manufacturing. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical developers, and material scientists for applications in drug discovery, specialty chemical synthesis, and liquid crystal development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated benzaldehyde moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A fundamental building block for creating complex organic compounds via reactions such as condensation, reduction, and nucleophilic addition.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specific aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance and flavor formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	351-54-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight	154.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-p-anisaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methoxy-benzaldehyde; 4-Methoxy-3-fluoro-benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-methoxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-fluoro-4-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	45 - 50 °C

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