Description

3-Fluorobenzyl Thiocyanate is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block containing both a thiocyanate (-SCN) and a benzyl group. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where the fluorine atom and thiocyanate moiety offer unique reactivity and properties. It is needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing new pesticides and herbicides with enhanced activity and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create fluorescent tags or affinity probes for studying biological systems.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for introducing the thiocyanate functional group into more complex molecules via nucleophilic substitution or cycloaddition reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Fluorobenzyl Thiocyanate
CAS No.	1174906-72-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNS
Molecular Weight	167.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Fluorophenyl)methyl thiocyanate; 3-Fluorobenzylthio cyanate; 1-(Thiocyanatomethyl)-3-fluorobenzene; α-Thiocyanato-3-fluorotoluene; m-Fluorobenzyl thiocyanate; 3-Fluorobenzyl isothiocyanate (common misnomer); 3-Fluorobenzyl rhodanide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluorobenzyl Thiocyanate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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.