Description

4-Fluorophenyl Sulfone is a high-purity organic sulfone compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a sulfone or fluorinated aromatic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the 4-fluorophenyl group imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or building block for high-performance polymers and liquid crystal materials used in electronics and displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for Suzuki coupling, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and other cross-coupling reactions in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Employed in the creation of specialty materials, such as sulfone-based polymers known for their thermal stability and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorophenyl Sulfone
CAS No.	383-29-9
Molecular Formula	C12H9FO2S
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-4-(phenylsulfonyl)benzene; (4-Fluorophenyl)(phenyl)sulfone; p-Fluorophenyl Phenyl Sulfone; 4-Fluorodiphenyl Sulfone; Bis(4-fluorophenyl) sulfone (common misnomer, verify structure); 4-FPS; FPS
EINECS	206-848-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluorophenyl Sulfone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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