Description

2-Fluoro-3-Isopropylphenol is a fluorinated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and an isopropyl group on the phenol ring, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to incorporate fluorinated motifs for enhanced bioactivity and metabolic stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in creating fluorinated analogs to improve potency and pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated compounds for electronic display applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including epoxy resins and polycarbonates, to impart specific thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, etherification, and other transformations to construct complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-3-Isopropylphenol
CAS No.	1243280-44-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11FO
Molecular Weight	154.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropyl-2-fluorophenol; 2-Fluoro-3-(1-methylethyl)phenol; 2-Fluoro-m-isopropylphenol; Phenol, 2-fluoro-3-(1-methylethyl)-; 1243280-44-5; 2-Fluoro-3-propan-2-ylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-3-Isopropylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and research requirements.

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. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.