Description

2-(4-Fluoro-Phenyl)-1-Pyridin-4-Yl-Ethanone is a high-purity organic building block featuring a fluorinated phenyl ring and a pyridinyl ketone moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical agents. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways in academic and industrial research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluoro-Phenyl)-1-Pyridin-4-Yl-Ethanone
CAS No.	115858-98-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀FNO
Molecular Weight	215.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-4-pyridyl acetophenone; 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-(pyridin-4-yl)ethanone; 4-Pyridyl 4-fluorophenyl ketone; 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-1-(4-pyridinyl)ethanone; 4-Acetylpyridine, 4'-fluoro derivative; p-Fluorophenyl 4-pyridyl ketone; 115858-98-5; 4-Fluorophenyl 4-pyridinyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluoro-Phenyl)-1-Pyridin-4-Yl-Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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