Description

4-Fluoro-3-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic aldehyde building block distinguished by its unique sulfone and fluorine substituents. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive aldehyde group for condensation and coupling reactions while the electron-withdrawing substituents direct further functionalization. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel small molecule drugs, particularly kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functional polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) facilities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	914636-50-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO3S
Molecular Weight	202.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylsulfonyl)-4-fluorobenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-3-methanesulfonylbenzaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-3-(methylsulfonyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-fluoro-3-(methylsulfonyl)-; 914636-50-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoro-3-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We provide full traceability and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemicals. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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