Description

2'-Fluoro-4'-n-Pentyloxyacetophenone is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ketone building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of liquid crystal materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its unique fluorine and alkoxy substituents impart critical electronic and steric properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: A crucial intermediate for the production of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies (LCDs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a fluorinated aromatic core for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine atom improves biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A precursor for materials used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic applications due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new fluorination reactions and the synthesis of complex ethers and ketones.
• Specialty Polymer Monomers: Can be utilized to synthesize monomers for high-performance polymers with specific optical or thermal properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2'-Fluoro-4'-n-Pentyloxyacetophenone
CAS No.	203066-99-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₉FO₂
Molecular Weight	238.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Fluoro-4-pentyloxyphenyl)ethanone; 2'-Fluoro-4'-pentyloxyacetophenone; 2-Fluoro-4-pentyloxyacetophenone; 4-Pentyloxy-2-fluoroacetophenone; Ethanone, 1-[2-fluoro-4-(pentyloxy)phenyl]-; 1-[2-Fluoro-4-(pentyloxy)phenyl]ethan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2'-Fluro-4'-n-Pentyloxyacetophenone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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.