Description

Benzaldehyde, 3,4-Diethoxy-2-Fluoro- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring fluorine and ethoxy substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Valuable electrophile in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in organometallic catalysis due to its substituted benzaldehyde core.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for creating novel, complex aromatic compounds, though typically at high purity grades for this application.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and exploring new fluorination chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde, 3,4-Diethoxy-2-Fluoro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	701263-96-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₃FO₃
Molecular Weight	212.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3,4-diethoxybenzaldehyde; 3,4-Diethoxy-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-fluoro-3,4-diethoxy-; 2-Fluoroveratraldehyde (diethoxy analogue); 3,4-Diethoxy-2-fluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; FDB-015321; AI3-63500; SCHEMBL23809019
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzaldehyde, 3,4-Diethoxy-2-Fluoro- is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support research and scale-up activities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments, ensuring traceability and consistency for critical R&D and pilot-scale production.

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). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.