Description

1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-Methylpropan-1-One is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which serves as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce fluorinated motifs into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a fluorinated phenyl ketone moiety for enhanced bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can improve compound efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers with specific thermal, optical, or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable reagent for studying novel fluorination reactions, cross-coupling methodologies, and asymmetric synthesis pathways in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-Methylpropan-1-One
CAS No.	26393-91-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO
Molecular Weight	166.19 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Fluorophenyl isobutyl ketone; 4'-Fluoroisobutyrophenone; 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-methyl-1-propanone; Isobutyl 4-fluorophenyl ketone; 4-Fluoro-α,α-dimethylacetophenone; 2-Methyl-1-(4-fluorophenyl)propan-1-one; α,α-Dimethyl-4-fluoroacetophenone
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-Methylpropan-1-One is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles via techniques such as GC, HPLC, and NMR is supplied with each shipment to guarantee reproducible results and process reliability.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Standard Grade)
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.