2-Fluorobenzaldehyde

2-Fluorobenzaldehyde

o-Fluorobenzaldehyde; 2-Fluorobenzaldeyde

CAS 446-52-6

Chemical Formula C7H5FO

Molecular Weight 124.11 g/mol

2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is an organic compound with the chemical formula C7H5FO, characterized by a fluorine atom and an aldehyde group attached to a benzene ring. It's a building block for synthesizing various pharmaceuticals and crop protection agents. The compound exhibits interesting properties due to the proximity of the fluorine and aldehyde group, leading to steric hindrance and affecting its conformation. 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is known to participate in condensation and substitution reactions, allowing for the creation of diverse derivatives. 

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Synthetic Intermediate: 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde serves as a building block in the synthesis of diverse pharmaceutical compounds. 
  • Aldehyde Group Reactivity: The aldehyde group can undergo condensation reactions, such as with amines, to form Schiff bases. These Schiff bases can then be further modified to create various drug candidates.
  • Specific Drug Classes: 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is utilized in the synthesis of drugs targeting various conditions, such as high blood pressure, pain, inflammation, cancer, and muscle spasms.

2. Agrochemicals

  • Synthesis of Active Ingredients: 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various agrochemicals. These synthesized compounds can include herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, all of which are crucial for crop protection.
  • Herbicides: 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde is used in the synthesis of herbicides like fluoroglycofen and flufenacet, which are used to control weeds in various crops. 
  • Fungicides: It also plays a role in the creation of fungicides like flusilazole, which are used to protect crops from fungal diseases.

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Strong, aromatic, pungent odor
Boiling Point 185°C
Melting Point -5°C
Density 1.179 g/cm3
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, and acetone
Viscosity Not determined
Flash Point 68°C

Hazard Symbols

Flammables
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

FAQs

1. What is the current price of 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde in India?
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2. Where can I buy 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde in India?
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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde? 
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4. How can I ensure the quality of 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde supplied by Multichem?
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