Description

4-(2-Fluoroethoxy)-3,5-Dimethoxy-Benzaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized benzaldehyde derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and critical building block for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, enabling the introduction of specific fluorinated alkoxy and methoxy substituents into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology-related small molecule therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the fluorinated side chain for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials, where its specific substitution pattern can influence molecular alignment and photophysical properties.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorine Chemistry Building Block: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs focused on incorporating fluorine atoms to improve drug-like properties such as bioavailability and membrane permeability.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for the production of client-specific target molecules under cGMP or research-grade conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Fluoroethoxy)-3,5-Dimethoxy-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	501699-82-7
Molecular Formula	C11H13FO4
Molecular Weight	228.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethoxy-4-(2-fluoroethoxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(2-fluoroethoxy)-3,5-dimethoxy-; 4-(2-Fluoroethoxy)-3,5-dimethoxybenzaldehyde; 3,5-Dimethoxy-4-(β-fluoroethoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(Fluoroethoxy)-3,5-dimethoxybenzaldehyde; 3,5-Dimethoxy-4-(2-fluoroethyloxy)benzaldehyde; FEDB (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Fluoroethoxy)-3,5-Dimethoxy-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). 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% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.