Description

3-Fluoro-4-Hydroxy-5-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in fluorinated compound libraries.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structure for creating fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Precursor: Acts as a building block for high-value specialty chemicals and aroma compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Hydroxy-5-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	79418-78-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO3
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-3-fluoro-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; 4-Hydroxy-5-methoxy-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-methoxy-benzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-5-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-methoxy-; 79418-78-3 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Hydroxy-5-Methoxybenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.