Description

4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its difluoromethoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the difluoromethoxy group into target molecules, a modification known to enhance metabolic stability and lipophilicity in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the difluoromethoxy group can improve biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in creating specialty polymers and organic electronic materials requiring specific fluorine-containing motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions, such as condensations and nucleophilic additions, to construct complex aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	73960-07-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(Difluoromethoxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(Difluoromethoxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(difluoromethoxy)-; Difluoromethoxybenzaldehyde; 1-(Difluoromethoxy)-4-formylbenzene; α,α-Difluoroanisole-4-carboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and industrial use. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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