Description

3-Fluoro-4-Methylpyridine is a high-purity fluorinated pyridine derivative, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and methyl substituents on the pyridine ring, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring fluorinated heterocycles to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts, enabling more efficient and selective chemical transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials that benefit from the electronic effects of the fluorine substituent.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a building block for fluorinated analogs of biomolecules, used as probes in mechanistic studies and diagnostic agent development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	399-88-2
Molecular Formula	C6H6FN
Molecular Weight	111.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-4-picoline; 4-Methyl-3-fluoropyridine; 3-Fluoro-4-methyl-pyridine; 3-Fluoro-4-methylpyridine; 399-88-2; 3-Fluoro-4-methylpyridine (9CI); 3-Fluoro-4-methylpyridine, 3-Fluoro-4-picoline
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Methylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality commitment ensures reliable and consistent performance in your most demanding synthetic 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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.