Description

Ethanone, 1-(2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxyphenyl)- is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique difluorinated hydroxyphenyl structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with enhanced biological activity and material properties. This compound is primarily targeted at research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a core synthon for developing fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Specialty Chemical Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a side-chain modifier to impart specific thermal, optical, or chemical resistance properties to high-performance materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new fluorination methodologies, cross-coupling reactions, and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-(2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxyphenyl)-
CAS No.	1512079-26-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,3-Difluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone; 2',3'-Difluoro-4'-hydroxyacetophenone; 4'-Hydroxy-2',3'-difluoroacetophenone; 2,3-Difluoro-4-hydroxyacetophenone; 4-Acetyl-2,3-difluorophenol; 1512079-26-3; Acetophenone, 2,3-difluoro-4-hydroxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethanone, 1-(2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxyphenyl)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and non-GMP synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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