Description

Benzaldehyde, 2,4-Difluoro-5-Methyl- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative, a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring strategically placed fluorine and methyl substituents, is engineered to impart unique electronic and steric properties to target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where fluorine atoms improve lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for advanced display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and production of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and constructing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use as a specialty intermediate for creating novel aromatic compounds, though purity requirements are stringent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2,4-Difluoro-5-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	315204-36-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O
Molecular Weight	156.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluoro-5-methylbenzaldehyde; 5-Methyl-2,4-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,4-Difluoro-5-methyl-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,4-difluoro-5-methyl-; 2,4-Difluoro-5-methylbenzenecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4-Difluoro-5-methylbenzaldehyde is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by GC/HPLC is supplied with each shipment, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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