Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-Nitrobenzenesulphonyl Chloride is a high-purity, multi-functional chemical building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive sulphonyl chloride group and strategically placed fluorine and nitro substituents, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of sulfonamide-based drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor antagonists.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Serves as a versatile reagent for labeling proteins or other biomolecules due to its electrophilic sulphonyl chloride functionality.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored electronic or surface properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds for client R&D programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-Nitrobenzenesulphonyl Chloride
CAS No.	1803585-04-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClFNO4S
Molecular Weight	253.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitrobenzenesulfonyl chloride; 4-Nitro-2-fluoro-5-methylbenzenesulfonyl chloride; 1-(Chlorosulfonyl)-2-fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitrobenzene; Benzenesulfonyl chloride, 2-fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitro-; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitrobenzene-1-sulfonyl chloride; 1803585-04-7; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitro phenylsulfonyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-Nitrobenzenesulphonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. Our standard grade meets specifications suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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