Description

Benzaldehyde, 4-Fluoro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci) CAS NO 470717-53-4 is a fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative, a versatile and high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and a hydroxymethyl group on a fluorinated aromatic ring, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

This fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative serves as a key synthetic intermediate in several high-tech fields:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Core building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing fluorinated drug candidates for oncology, CNS disorders, and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Precursor for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with specific thermal, optical, or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Valuable substrate in academic and industrial R&D for developing new fluorination methodologies and catalytic processes.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Starting material for manufacturing fluorophores and molecular probes used in bio-imaging and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 4-Fluoro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	470717-53-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight	154.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-(hydroxymethyl)benzaldehyde; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-fluorobenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-3-formylbenzyl alcohol; (4-Fluoro-3-formylphenyl)methanol; 4-Fluoro-3-hydroxy methyl benzaldehyde; 3-Hydroxymethyl-4-fluorobenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-3-hydroxymethylbenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzaldehyde, 4-Fluoro-3-(Hydroxymethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%

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