Chemical Name: | Benzaldehyde, 3-chloro-2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)- |
CAS Number: | 186517-29-3 |
Product Number: | AG003J6Q(AGN-PC-0JVOBC) |
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Molecular Formula: | C8H3ClF4O |
Molecular Weight: | 226.5554 |
3-Chloro-2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde, also known as $name$, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. Its unique chemical properties make it a valuable building block in the creation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. The presence of both chlorine and fluorine atoms in the molecule provides reactivity and allows for selective transformations in synthetic pathways. 3-Chloro-2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde can serve as a precursor for the synthesis of complex molecules by participating in diverse reactions such as Grignard reactions, Friedel-Crafts acylations, and nucleophilic substitutions. Due to its electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group, this compound can enhance the stability and bioactivity of the final products, making it particularly valuable in medicinal chemistry and drug development. Its ability to introduce both fluorine and chlorine functionalities in the target molecules provides control over the physicochemical properties and biological activities of the resulting compounds. Moreover, 3-Chloro-2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde can also be employed as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, where its unique molecular structure can impart desired properties to the final products. Its versatile nature and compatibility with various reaction conditions make it a vital component in the toolkit of synthetic chemists seeking to access structurally diverse and biologically active compounds.