Description

2,4-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-value fluorinated aromatic aldehyde, distinguished by its two electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl groups. This unique structure makes it a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the CF3 groups improve lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create sophisticated ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Intermediate for synthesizing fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials with unique optical and electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a starting material for various transformations, including condensation reactions, nucleophilic additions, and reductions to yield valuable bifunctional compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	59664-42-5
Molecular Formula	C9H4F6O
Molecular Weight	242.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-2,4-xylene-α,α'-dicarboxaldehyde; 2,4-Di(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,4-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 2,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzenecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to light and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to store the material 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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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