Description

4-Fluoro-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde is a versatile fluorinated indole derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which combines the reactivity of an aldehyde group with the electronic properties imparted by the fluorine atom, making it an essential precursor for creating complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used to construct fluorinated heterocycles for new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging fluorine's ability to enhance bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of fluorescent tags or molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploration of new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	933707-57-4
Molecular Formula	C9H6FNO
Molecular Weight	163.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-1H-indole-2-carboxaldehyde; 4-Fluoroindole-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-fluoroindole; 4-Fluoro-2-indolecarboxaldehyde; 4-Fluoro-1H-indole-2-carboxaldehyde; 933707-57-4; 4-Fluoroindole-2-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.