Compound Q&A
What industries use 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde (CAS: 79418-78-3)?
Answer
3-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde (CAS: 79418-78-3) is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of drug intermediates. It also finds applications in the production of dyes, fragrances, and sensors. This compound is a key intermediate in the development of certain anticancer drugs and is essential for the manufacturing of organic electronic devices such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
About
CAS No
79418-78-3
English Name
3-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C8H7FO3
Molecular Weight
170.14 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C(=CC(=C1)C=O)F)O
InChIKey
OOGOFUKAJDPHDJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 13:36