Description

2-Fluoro-4-Nitrotoluene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing nitro group and a fluorine atom on the toluene backbone, makes it a critical building block for the development of complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce fluorine and nitro functionalities into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing specialized fluorinated dyes and colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and other transformations in academic and industrial R&D.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical and chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	1427-07-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	155.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-2-methyl-5-nitrobenzene; 2-Methyl-5-nitrofluorobenzene; 4-Nitro-2-fluorotoluene; 2-Fluoro-4-nitrotoluol; 2-Fluoro-1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene; o-Fluoro-p-nitrotoluene; FNT
EINECS	215-837-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-Nitrotoluene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support custom purity grades to meet specific project requirements, from standard technical grade to high-purity research standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	30°C - 34°C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.