Description

3-Fluoro-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its nitro and fluorine substituents, which confer unique electronic properties and reactivity. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and other fine chemical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity imparted by the fluorine and nitro groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing complex azo dyes and other colorants with specific light-fastness properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard reagent in organic synthesis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	872366-63-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNO3
Molecular Weight	169.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3-fluorobenzaldehyde; 3-Fluoro-2-nitro-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-fluoro-2-nitro-; 3-Fluoro-2-nitrobenzene-1-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-2-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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