Description

4-Fluoro-3-Formyl-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound, with CAS NO 845885-90-7, is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a formyl group on a fluorinated benzene ring. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty intermediates.

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 pesticides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and electron-withdrawing properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in fluoroorganic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-Formyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	845885-90-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5FO3
Molecular Weight	168.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-4-fluorobenzoic acid; 4-Fluoro-3-formylbenzoic acid; 4-Fluoroisophthalaldehyde acid; 3-Carboxy-4-fluorobenzaldehyde; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-3-formyl-; 845885-90-7; 4-Fluoro-3-carboxybenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-3-Formyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatograms and spectral data are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a 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
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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