Description

n-(4-Fluorobenzyl)-2-Methylaniline, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic amine building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials, where the fluorine atom and aniline moiety impart unique electronic and binding properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) active compound research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorobenzyl group can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating fluorescent tags or affinity probes for studying biological systems and target identification.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(4-Fluorobenzyl)-2-Methylaniline, 97%
CAS No.	1020963-78-3
Molecular Formula	C14H14FN
Molecular Weight	215.27 g/mol
Synonyms	N-[(4-Fluorophenyl)methyl]-2-methylaniline; 2-Methyl-N-(4-fluorobenzyl)aniline; 1-[(4-Fluorophenyl)methyl]-2-methylaniline; Benzenamine, N-[(4-fluorophenyl)methyl]-2-methyl-; N-(4-Fluorobenzyl)-o-toluidine; 4-Fluorobenzyl-(2-methylphenyl)amine; (4-Fluorobenzyl)(2-methylphenyl)amine
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Quality Control

Our n-(4-Fluorobenzyl)-2-Methylaniline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the specified 97% minimum purity and identity are met. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical data. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reproducible results in research and development.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%

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