Description

3-[(2-Fluorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, specialized benzoyl chloride derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 3-[(2-fluorobenzyl)oxy]benzoyl moiety, enabling the development of molecules with tailored biological and physical properties. It is primarily required by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing kinase inhibitory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the fluorinated benzyloxy group modulates activity and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for constructing complex organic molecules with specific aromatic architectures for electronic and photonic applications.
• Custom Chemical & Contract Manufacturing: Employed in custom synthesis projects to produce bespoke intermediates for clients in various life science sectors.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological studies in fluoroorganic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(2-Fluorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160259-94-8
Molecular Formula	C14H10ClFO2
Molecular Weight	264.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(2-Fluorophenyl)methoxy]benzoyl chloride; 2-Fluorobenzyl 3-(chlorocarbonyl)phenyl ether; m-[(2-Fluorobenzyl)oxy]benzoyl chloride; 3-(2-Fluorobenzyloxy)benzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-[(2-fluorobenzyl)oxy]-; 1160259-94-8
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-[(2-Fluorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including purity (HPLC/GC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.