Description

2,4-Dichloro-6-(4-Fluoro-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring dichloro, fluoro-phenoxymethyl, and aldehyde functional groups, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, substituted benzene structure.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences and specialty chemical markets.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichloro-6-(4-Fluoro-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	886362-88-5
Molecular Formula	C14H9Cl2FO2
Molecular Weight	299.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-6-[(4-fluorophenoxy)methyl]benzaldehyde; 6-(4-Fluorophenoxymethyl)-2,4-dichlorobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,4-dichloro-6-[(4-fluorophenoxy)methyl]-; 886362-88-5; 2,4-Dichloro-6-(4-fluorophenoxymethyl)benzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4-Dichloro-6-(4-Fluoro-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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