Description

5-Bromo-4-Fluoro-2-Methoxy-Benzaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized aromatic aldehyde building block. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of bromo, fluoro, and methoxy substituents, which make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for the synthesis of active ingredients, as well as by material scientists exploring novel organic electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the halogen and ether groups contribute to bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers due to its electron-withdrawing and donating functional groups.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating fluorescent tags, molecular probes, and other tools for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-Fluoro-2-Methoxy-Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	923281-65-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO2
Molecular Weight	233.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-5-bromo-2-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2-Methoxy-5-bromo-4-fluorobenzaldehyde; 5-Bromo-4-fluoro-2-methoxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-bromo-4-fluoro-2-methoxy-; 923281-65-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-4-Fluoro-2-Methoxy-Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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