Description

5-(3-Fluorophenyl)Nicotinaldehyde is a high-purity fluorinated nicotinaldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a pyridine core with a fluorinated phenyl substituent, enabling precise modifications in target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Fluorinated Liquid Crystal Development: Acts as a core component in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated mesogens for display technologies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create fluorescent tags or molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a versatile scaffold in exploratory chemistry for creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Fluorophenyl)Nicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	887973-72-0
Molecular Formula	C12H8FNO
Molecular Weight	201.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-5-formylphenylpyridine; 5-(3-Fluorophenyl)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 5-(3-fluorophenyl)-; Nicotinaldehyde, 5-(3-fluorophenyl)-; 5-(3-Fluorophenyl)pyridine-3-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(3-Fluorophenyl)Nicotinaldehyde is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency, which is essential for reliable research and scale-up processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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