Description

2,3-Difluoro-4-Pentylanisole is a fluorinated aromatic ether compound with a specific pentyl side chain, offering unique electronic and steric properties. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel molecules with targeted functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoroanisole structure can contribute to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or core structure in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, leveraging its electronic properties.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers with specific dielectric, surface energy, or chemical resistance properties for high-performance coatings and electronics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and route scouting.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, where the anisole and alkyl chain can contribute to specific olfactory notes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Difluoro-4-Pentylanisole
CAS No.	134364-71-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆F₂O
Molecular Weight	214.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentyl-2,3-difluoroanisole; 1,2-Difluoro-3-methoxy-4-pentylbenzene; Benzene, 1,2-difluoro-3-methoxy-4-pentyl-; 2,3-Difluoro-4-pentylmethoxybenzene; Anisole, 2,3-difluoro-4-pentyl-; 3-Methoxy-2,3-difluoro-4-pentylbenzene (alternate numbering)
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Difluoro-4-Pentylanisole is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.