Description

3-Fluoro-4-Nitrophenol is a versatile aromatic compound featuring both nitro and fluoro substituents, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing specialized azo dyes and colorants.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of liquid crystals, polymers, and other functional materials with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent for studying nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions and for introducing fluorophenol motifs into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	394-41-2
Molecular Formula	C6H4FNO3
Molecular Weight	157.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-3-fluorophenol; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-nitrobenzene; 3-Fluoro-4-nitrophenol; 3-Fluoro-4-nitro-1-hydroxybenzene; 1-Hydroxy-3-fluoro-4-nitrobenzene; 3-Fluoro-4-nitrophenolate (anion form); 3-F-4-NP (abbreviation)
EINECS	206-902-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Nitrophenol 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. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for GMP-influenced synthesis 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
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.