Description

(R)-2-((3-Fluorophenoxy)Methyl)Oxirane is a high-purity chiral epoxide building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a stereochemically defined, fluorinated scaffold that is crucial for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, fluorinated herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the specific stereochemistry can influence efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated monomers and polymers used in electronic displays and specialty coatings.
• Asymmetric Catalysis & Ligand Development: Employed as a substrate or precursor in the development and testing of new chiral catalysts and ligands for stereoselective reactions.
• Chemical Biology & Probe Development: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes and tool compounds for studying biological mechanisms and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring enantiomerically pure, fluorinated epoxide chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-2-((3-Fluorophenoxy)Methyl)Oxirane
CAS No.	1055967-13-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-Glycidyl 3-fluorophenyl ether; (R)-1-(3-Fluorophenoxymethyl)oxirane; (R)-3-Fluorophenyl glycidyl ether; (R)-Epichlorohydrin 3-fluorophenyl ether derivative; (R)-2-[(3-Fluorophenoxy)methyl]oxirane; (R)-FGE; (R)-FPGE; (R)- enantiomer of 2-((3-Fluorophenoxy)methyl)oxirane
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Quality Control

Our (R)-2-((3-Fluorophenoxy)Methyl)Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric excess (ee) verification, to ensure high chemical and optical purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full specification data are provided and 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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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