Description

2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoroterephthalaldehyde is a highly functionalized aromatic dialdehyde compound, distinguished by its four fluorine substituents. This unique fluorinated structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced materials with tailored electronic and surface properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic cores for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved lipophilicity and target binding.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed in the production of fluorinated polyimides, polyesters, and other high-performance polymers for electronics, coatings, and gas separation membranes.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Materials: Acts as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, where it influences charge transport and emission properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized as a reactive dialdehyde for cross-linking polymers or biomolecules, modifying material strength and functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoroterephthalaldehyde
CAS No.	3217-47-8
Molecular Formula	C8H2F4O2
Molecular Weight	206.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Terephthalaldehyde, 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,4-benzenedicarboxaldehyde; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzene-1,4-dicarbaldehyde; Tetrafluoroterephthalaldehyde; 1,4-Bis(formyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzene; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoroterephthalic dialdehyde; Perfluoroterephthalaldehyde (informal); TFTAL (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoroterephthalaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials for research and production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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