Description

4-Benzyloxyfluorobenzene is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ether building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a benzyloxy protecting group and a fluorine atom, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to introduce fluorinated aromatic motifs into target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic systems to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a protected phenol derivative in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new fluorination methodologies and novel aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzyloxyfluorobenzene
CAS No.	370-78-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁FO
Molecular Weight	202.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-4-(phenylmethoxy)benzene; p-Benzyloxyfluorobenzene; 4-Fluorophenyl benzyl ether; Benzyl 4-fluorophenyl ether; (4-Fluorophenoxy)methyl]benzene; 1-Benzyloxy-4-fluorobenzene; 4-Fluorodiphenylmethyl ether
EINECS	206-735-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Benzyloxyfluorobenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for all shipments, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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