Product Description
4-Fluorobenzaldehyde (CAS#459-57-4) is a key organic synthetic intermediate. It typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinct aromatic odor. Exhibiting the classic chemical characteristics of an aldehyde group, it is capable of undergoing reactions like oxidation, reduction, and condensation. The fluorine atoms present in its structure contribute unique reactivity, making it a valuable reactive site for various organic synthesis processes.
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Chemical Properties
| Melting point | -10 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 181 °C/758 mmHg (lit.) |
| density | 1.157 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 19 hPa (70 °C) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.521(lit.) |
| Fp | 134 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| solubility | Chloroform, Methanol |
| form | Liquid |
| color | Clear colorless to yellow |
| Specific Gravity | 1.157 |
| Water Solubility | IMMISCIBLE |
| Sensitive | Air Sensitive |
| BRN | 385857 |
| Stability: | Air Sensitive |
| InChIKey | UOQXIWFBQSVDPP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 459-57-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | Benzaldehyde, 4-fluoro-(459-57-4) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Benzaldehyde, 4-fluoro- (459-57-4) |
Safety Information
| Hazard Codes | Xi,F |
| Risk Statements | 36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-36-37/39-36/37/39-27 |
| RIDADR | UN 1989 3/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| F | 9-23 |
| Hazard Note | Flammable |
| TSCA | T |
| HazardClass | 3.2 |
| PackingGroup | III |
| HS Code | 29130000 |
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Product Application
4-Fluorobenzaldehyde is a fluorinated derivative of benzaldehyde known for its inhibitory effect on mushroom tyrosinase. It is utilized in the synthesis of pyrazolopyridine derivatives, which are used as mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) inhibitors. Additionally, it serves as an important intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds.
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