Description

[(4-Fluorophenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is a specialized epoxide derivative, a high-purity chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive oxirane ring, which enables precise molecular construction for creating complex, high-value compounds. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic workflows.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a fluorinated phenoxy moiety for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the fluorine atom and epoxide functionality contribute to product efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and liquid crystal materials for electronic displays.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for creating complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or functional modifier in epoxy resin formulations to alter flexibility, adhesion, or chemical resistance properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(4-Fluorophenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	108648-25-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Fluorophenoxy)methyl]oxirane; Glycidyl 4-fluorophenyl ether; 4-Fluorophenyl glycidyl ether; 1-Fluoro-4-(oxiran-2-ylmethoxy)benzene; (4-Fluorophenoxymethyl)oxirane; Epichlorohydrin-4-fluorophenol adduct; Oxirane, [(4-fluorophenoxy)methyl]-; RC 170
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Quality Control

Our [(4-Fluorophenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.18 - 1.22
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.520 - 1.525

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.