Description

3-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde 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 essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• 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 liquid crystal compounds and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved electronic properties.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and specialty fine chemicals requiring specific substitution patterns.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde group is amenable to further functionalization, making it a valuable substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies and fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	74266-68-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight	154.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-o-anisaldehyde; 2-Methoxy-3-fluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzenecarbaldehyde; 74266-68-5; o-Anisaldehyde, 3-fluoro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and GC-MS, NMR (1H, 13C, 19F), and IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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