Description

2-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzaldehyde is a versatile halogenated aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and fluorine substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogenated aromatic motifs for bioactivity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine and bromine atoms can enhance compound efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors, where halogenated benzaldehydes modify electronic properties.
• Fluorine Chemistry Building Block: Utilized in medicinal and agrochemical chemistry to introduce the valuable fluorine atom into target molecules via further functionalization of the aldehyde group.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories engaged in novel heterocyclic and fine chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	891180-59-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrFO
Molecular Weight	203.01 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-2-bromobenzaldehyde; 2-Bromo-3-fluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-bromo-3-fluoro-; o-Bromo-m-fluorobenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Fluorobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.