Description

1-(2-Fluoro-6-Methoxypyridin-3-Yl)Ethanone is a high-purity fluorinated pyridine derivative, a crucial building block in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with enhanced biological activity and material properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine and methoxy substituents can modulate bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes for industrial chemical processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or fluorinated polymers, due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Utilized as a building block for creating fluorescent tags, molecular probes, and other tools for biochemical and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Fluoro-6-Methoxypyridin-3-Yl)Ethanone
CAS No.	1260664-95-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8FNO2
Molecular Weight	169.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Fluoro-6'-methoxy-3'-acetylpyridine; 3-Acetyl-2-fluoro-6-methoxypyridine; 1-(2-Fluoro-6-methoxypyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one; Ethanone, 1-(2-fluoro-6-methoxy-3-pyridinyl)-; 2-Fluoro-6-methoxy-3-acetylpyridine; 3-Acetyl-2-fluoro-6-methoxypyridine; 1-(2-Fluoro-6-methoxypyridin-3-yl)ethanone
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Fluoro-6-Methoxypyridin-3-Yl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our standard quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring reliable supply and traceability for critical development projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption or contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.