Description

4-(2-Fluoropropan-2-Yl)Cyclohexanone is a specialized fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a fluorine-substituted isopropyl group on a cyclohexanone ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating novel compounds with tailored properties. This product is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It serves as a key precursor in the development of active ingredients and functional materials where the introduction of fluorine atoms is critical for modulating biological activity, metabolic stability, or material characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, anti-inflammatory agents, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorinated moiety can enhance bioavailability and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Fluorine Chemistry Building Block: An essential starting material for further functionalization (e.g., Grignard reactions, reductions, condensations) in academic and industrial fluorine chemistry research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance ingredients, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Fluoropropan-2-Yl)Cyclohexanone
CAS No.	177995-52-7
Molecular Formula	C9H15FO
Molecular Weight	158.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Fluoroisopropyl)cyclohexanone; 4-(1-Fluoro-1-methylethyl)cyclohexanone; 2-Fluoro-2-(4-oxocyclohexyl)propane; Cyclohexanone, 4-(2-fluoropropan-2-yl)-; 4-(α-Fluoroisopropyl)cyclohexanone; 4-(2-Fluoro-2-propyl)cyclohexanone
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(2-Fluoropropan-2-Yl)Cyclohexanone is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with exacting industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot and provided upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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