Description

3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogen substitution pattern makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated benzaldehyde core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloro-fluoro substitution offers specific bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	85070-48-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClFO
Molecular Weight	158.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3-Chlorobenzaldehyde; 3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-chloro-2-fluoro-; 85070-48-0; 3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-3-chlorobenzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening to maintain purity.

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.