Description

6-Fluoroveratraldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic materials, improving charge transport and thermal stability.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for creating novel aromatic compounds with specific olfactory properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in fluorination chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoroveratraldehyde
CAS No.	71924-62-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO3
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4,5-dimethoxybenzaldehyde; 4,5-Dimethoxy-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 6-Fluoro-3,4-dimethoxybenzaldehyde; Veratraldehyde, 6-fluoro-; 2-Fluoro-4,5-dimethoxy-benzaldehyde; 6-Fluoroveratral; FVAD
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Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoroveratraldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	85 - 89 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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