Description

Benzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-3,4-Dihydroxy- is a fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and dihydroxy substituents, enables precise molecular modifications critical for developing high-performance materials and active compounds. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate specific fluorinated aromatic motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its ability to fine-tune electronic properties and intermolecular interactions.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: A valuable substrate for academic and industrial research into the effects of fluorine substitution on aromatic reactivity and physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-3,4-Dihydroxy-
CAS No.	61338-95-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5FO3
Molecular Weight	156.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde; 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoroprotocatechualdehyde; 2-Fluoro-3,4-dihydroxybenzenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Fluoropyrocatechualdehyde; 2-Fluoropyrocatechuc aldehyde; 2-Fluoropyrocatechuic aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-3,4-Dihydroxy- is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.