Description

3-Fluorophenol is a versatile fluorinated aromatic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the fluorine atom, enabling precise modifications to molecular structures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorine moiety enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine into polymer chains, improving material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized fluorinated colorants with unique properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination reactions and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluorophenol
CAS No.	372-20-3
Molecular Formula	C6H5FO
Molecular Weight	112.10 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Fluorophenol; 3-Fluoro-1-hydroxybenzene; 3-Hydroxyfluorobenzene; m-Hydroxyfluorobenzene; 1-Fluoro-3-hydroxybenzene; F3PhOH; 3-Fluorophenol, 99%; meta-Fluorophenol
EINECS	206-748-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluorophenol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under GMP or other rigorous regulatory frameworks.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or an opaque secondary container until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	14 - 16 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.