Description

1-Fluoro-4-Nitronaphthalene is a specialized fluorinated naphthalene derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing nitro group and a fluorine atom, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and physical properties. This high-purity compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluoronitronaphthalene moiety contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as an electron-transport material or a core building block for emissive layers in electronic display technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Manufacturing: Employed in the production of fluorinated dyes and liquid crystal compounds for displays and sensors.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in cross-coupling reactions and fluorination studies.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating high-performance polymers with specific thermal and optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-4-Nitronaphthalene
CAS No.	341-92-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆FNO₂
Molecular Weight	191.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-1-fluoronaphthalene; 1-Fluoro-4-nitronaphthalene; 4-Fluoro-1-nitronaphthalene; NSC 404087; Nitrofluoronaphthalene; Fluoronitronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoro-4-Nitronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, and is accompanied by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications, with specifications that can be aligned with customer-specific protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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