Description

3,4-Difluorobenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine atoms on the benzene ring, which significantly influences the electronic properties and metabolic stability of final compounds. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the production of fluorinated compounds for electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Electronics: Intermediate in the synthesis of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in fluorination chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Difluorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	34036-07-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4F2O
Molecular Weight	142.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3,4-difluoro-; 3,4-Difluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3,4-DFBA; 3,4-Difluorophenylmethanal; 3,4-Difluorobenzencarbonal; 3,4-Difluoro-1-formylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Difluorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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