Description

Benzaldehyde, 5-Acetyl-2-Fluoro- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both acetyl and fluorine substituents on the benzaldehyde core, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for Friedel-Crafts acylation, condensation reactions, and as a precursor to heterocyclic compounds like quinolines and isoquinolines.
• Flavor & Fragrance Analog Development: Used in research to create novel synthetic aroma chemicals with modified stability and scent profiles.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and discovery chemistry in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 5-Acetyl-2-Fluoro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	319454-87-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7FO2
Molecular Weight	166.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Acetyl-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-5-acetylbenzaldehyde; 1-(4-Fluoro-3-formylphenyl)ethanone; 2-Fluoro-5-formylacetophenone; 3-Acetyl-6-fluorobenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-3-acetylbenzaldehyde; 5-Acetyl-2-fluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzaldehyde, 5-Acetyl-2-Fluoro- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced chemical research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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