Description

2-(3-Fluoro-4-Methoxyphenyl)Oxirane is a high-purity, functionalized epoxide building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that require the precise introduction of a fluorinated, methoxy-substituted phenyloxirane scaffold into their target compounds will find this product essential for research and development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring fluorinated motifs for metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the epoxide ring and fluorine atom contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific aromatic and fluorinated properties into specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry, enabling novel synthetic routes and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fluorinated fine chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Fluoro-4-Methoxyphenyl)Oxirane
CAS No.	1016806-32-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-4-methoxystyrene oxide; (3-Fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)oxirane; 1-(3-Fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)ethylene oxide; 2-(3-Fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)ethylene oxide; 3-Fluoro-4-methoxy-α,β-epoxystyrene; 1,2-Epoxy-1-(3-fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)ethane; Glycidyl 3-fluoro-4-methoxybenzene ether (related structure)
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing batch-specific results. Our quality management system supports the needs of cGMP and ISO-guided manufacturing environments.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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