Description

1-Fluoro-3-Propylbenzene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the fluorine substituent, which is critical for modifying the physical, chemical, and biological properties of target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the fluorine atom is used to modulate metabolism, bioavailability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where fluorination often enhances environmental stability and biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic cores for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), contributing to improved performance and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers, imparting desirable properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered surface energy.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A valuable reagent in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) and other metal-catalyzed transformations for constructing complex, fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-3-Propylbenzene
CAS No.	28593-12-6
Molecular Formula	C9H11F
Molecular Weight	138.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoropropylbenzene; m-Fluoropropylbenzene; 3-Propylfluorobenzene; 1-Fluoro-3-propyl-benzene; (3-Fluorophenyl)propane; m-Propylfluorobenzene; 3-Fluoro-1-propylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoro-3-Propylbenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for fine chemical manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.98 - 1.00 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490

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