Description

4-Fluorocatechol is a fluorinated derivative of catechol, serving as a versatile and valuable fluorinated aromatic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl groups and a fluorine atom, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing fluorinated motifs into complex molecules, which can significantly alter their physical, chemical, and biological properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients, ligands, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where fluorine incorporation enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create fluorinated chelating agents and ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer and Material Science: Monomer or modifier for synthesizing fluorinated polymers, resins, and specialty materials with enhanced performance characteristics.
• Fluorinated Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Precursor in the synthesis of specialty dyes and pigments for high-value applications.
• Research and Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new fluorination chemistry and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorocatechol
CAS No.	367-32-8
Molecular Formula	C6H5FO2
Molecular Weight	128.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluorobenzene-1,2-diol; 4-Fluoropyrocatechol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-4-fluorobenzene; 4-Fluorocatechol; 4-Fluoro-1,2-benzenediol; 4-Fluoropyrocatechin; 4-FC
EINECS	206-696-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluorocatechol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.