Description

1-(2-Fluoro-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Ethylamine is a versatile chiral amine building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a fluorinated aromatic ring and an ethylamine side chain, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials that require fluorinated aromatic components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Fluoro-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Ethylamine
CAS No.	1270514-56-1
Molecular Formula	C9H12FN
Molecular Weight	153.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)ethan-1-amine; α-Methyl-2-fluoro-4-methylbenzylamine; (1-(2-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)ethyl)amine; 2-Fluoro-4-methyl-α-methylbenzylamine; 1-(2-Fluoro-p-tolyl)ethylamine; (R/S)-1-(2-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)ethylamine; 2-Fluoro-4-methylphenethylamine, α-methyl-; Benzenemethanamine, 2-fluoro-α,4-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Fluoro-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Ethylamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically >97% by HPLC), enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage and to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details (Racemic or Enantiopure)

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