Description

3-Ethoxy-4-(2-Fluoro-Benzyloxy)-Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring ethoxy and fluorinated benzyloxy substituents, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the fluorine atom and aldehyde functionality are essential for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Polymer Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers, ligands for catalysis, or other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university laboratories and contract research organizations (CROs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethoxy-4-(2-Fluoro-Benzyloxy)-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	423724-00-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₅FO₃
Molecular Weight	274.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Fluorobenzyloxy)-3-ethoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Ethoxy-4-[(2-fluorophenyl)methoxy]benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-ethoxy-4-[(2-fluorophenyl)methoxy]-; 423724-00-9; 2-Fluoro-α-[(3-ethoxy-4-formylphenoxy)methyl]benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Ethoxy-4-(2-Fluoro-Benzyloxy)-Benzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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