Description

Benzaldehyde, 3,6-Difluoro-2-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is a fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative, a high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both aldehyde and phenolic hydroxyl groups on a difluorinated aromatic ring, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, anti-inflammatory, and anti-infective applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for modern pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can improve metabolic stability, bioavailability, and binding affinity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic cores for advanced electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in displays and lighting.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Employed to introduce fluorine and reactive aldehyde groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry, cross-coupling reactions, and heterocycle formation.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments with unique color fastness and spectral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 3,6-Difluoro-2-Hydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	502762-92-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4F2O2
Molecular Weight	158.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3,6-difluorobenzaldehyde; 3,6-Difluoro-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 2,5-Difluoro-6-formylphenol; 6-Formyl-2,5-difluorophenol; 2,5-Difluoro-6-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 3,6-Difluoro-2-hydroxy-benzaldehyde; 2,5-Difluorosalicylaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzaldehyde, 3,6-Difluoro-2-Hydroxy- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, for comprehensive identity confirmation and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting critical parameters such as assay, related substances, and residual solvents to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged operations to minimize potential oxidation. 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 (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤3.0%
Any single impurity	≤1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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