Description

3-Bromo-4-Trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde is a versatile and high-value aromatic aldehyde building block, distinguished by its bromine and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is essential for synthesizing advanced intermediates where electronic and steric properties are critical. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity-enhancing properties of the trifluoromethyl group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers where specific halogenated aromatic units are required.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A fundamental building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-Trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde
CAS No.	372120-55-3
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrF3O
Molecular Weight	253.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolualdehyde; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-bromobenzaldehyde; 3-Bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-4-methylbenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-Trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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