Description

2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the aldehyde group combined with the electron-withdrawing properties of the fluorine and trifluoromethyl substituents, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in high-performance displays.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport materials and semiconductors for OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorinated Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Imparts desirable properties like light fastness and chemical stability in advanced colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	89763-93-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4F4O
Molecular Weight	192.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolualdehyde; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-trifluoromethylbenzaldehyde; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-4-methylbenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolualdehyde; 2-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzenecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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