Description

2,4-Dimethyl-3-Fluorobenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of fluorine and aldehyde functional groups on a dimethyl-substituted benzene ring, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules used in display technologies.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the fluorine substituent alters light absorption and colorfastness properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic systems in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-3-Fluorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	363134-36-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylbenzaldehyde; 2,4-Dimethyl-3-fluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylbenzenecarbaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-fluoro-2,4-dimethyl-; 2,4-Dimethyl-3-fluorobenzaldehyde (primary IUPAC); 3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethyl-1-benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-2,4-dimethylbenzaldehyde (common name)
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-3-Fluorobenzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your R&D and production needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

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 compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening to maintain purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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