Description

1-(2-Fluoro-6-Methylphenyl)Ethanone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing specific fluorine-substituted phenyl groups, which are critical for modulating the biological activity and physicochemical properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials requiring fluorinated aromatic units.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Fluoro-6-Methylphenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	1214366-42-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Fluoro-6'-methylacetophenone; 2-Acetyl-3-fluorotoluene; 1-(2-Fluoro-6-methylphenyl)ethan-1-one; 2-Fluoro-6-methylacetophenone; Ethanone, 1-(2-fluoro-6-methylphenyl)-; o-Fluoro-m-methylacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Fluoro-6-Methylphenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for research and development use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The material should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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