Description

2,5-Difluoro-4-(Phenylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity fluorinated benzaldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a reactive aldehyde group and a protected phenolic site, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in advanced display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for high-efficiency OLED devices.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde group is a versatile handle for further functionalization via reactions like Suzuki, Heck, or reductive amination.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating libraries of fluorinated aromatic compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Difluoro-4-(Phenylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	918524-86-4
Molecular Formula	C14H10F2O2
Molecular Weight	248.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Benzyloxy)-2,5-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,5-Difluoro-4-(benzyloxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2,5-difluoro-4-(phenylmethoxy)-; 4-Benzyloxy-2,5-difluorobenzaldehyde; 2,5-Difluoro-4-benzyloxybenzaldehyde; 4-(Benzyloxy)-2,5-difluorobenzenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Difluoro-4-(Phenylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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