Description

(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-Pyridinyl-Methanone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating novel ligands in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or tag in the design of molecules for studying biological systems and pathways.
• Custom Synthesis: A fundamental starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-Pyridinyl-Methanone
CAS No.	193359-51-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈FNO
Molecular Weight	201.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyridyl 2-fluorophenyl ketone; 2-Fluoro-4-pyridinylphenylmethanone; (2-Fluorophenyl)(pyridin-4-yl)methanone; 1-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-(pyridin-4-yl)methanone; 4-(2-Fluorobenzoyl)pyridine; p-Pyridyl 2-fluorophenyl ketone; 2-Fluorobenzoyl-4-pyridine
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Quality Control

Our (2-Fluorophenyl)-4-Pyridinyl-Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
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.