Description

Methyl 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)Butanoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the 3-fluorophenyl moiety. It is primarily required by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for fluorinated components in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Intermediate for creating specialized aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)Butanoate
CAS No.	134464-81-6
Molecular Formula	C11H13FO2
Molecular Weight	196.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)butyrate; 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)butyric Acid Methyl Ester; 3-Fluorobenzene butanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(m-Fluorophenyl)butanoate; Butanoic acid, 4-(3-fluorophenyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-fluorohydrocinnamate (derivative); m-Fluorophenylbutyric acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)Butanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.