Description

2-(4-Fluorophenylthio)-5-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a specialized organic building block characterized by its unique combination of a fluorinated phenylthio ether and a nitro-substituted benzaldehyde moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries for constructing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, where the fluorine and nitro groups can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile electrophile in nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions or as a starting material for preparing heterocyclic compounds like benzimidazoles or quinoxalines.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluorophenylthio)-5-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	35985-70-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈FNO₃S
Molecular Weight	277.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-[(4-fluorophenyl)thio]benzaldehyde; 2-[(4-Fluorophenyl)thio]-5-nitrobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-[(4-fluorophenyl)thio]-5-nitro-; 35985-70-7; 2-(4-Fluorophenylsulfanyl)-5-nitrobenzaldehyde; 2-(p-Fluorophenylthio)-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(4-Fluorophenylthio)-5-Nitrobenzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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