Description

1-Fluoro-3-Phenoxybenzene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic ether 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 molecular modifications for high-performance materials. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries developing next-generation active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for the research and development of fluorinated drug candidates, where fluorine substitution can improve metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of fluorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to impart specific properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered solubility to advanced polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions to construct complex, fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacturing of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-value applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-3-Phenoxybenzene
CAS No.	3798-89-8
Molecular Formula	C12H9FO
Molecular Weight	188.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluorodiphenyl ether; 3-Phenoxyfluorobenzene; 1-Fluoro-3-phenoxybenzene; m-Fluorodiphenyl ether; 3-Fluorophenyl phenyl ether; Benzene, 1-fluoro-3-phenoxy-; FDB-003284
EINECS	223-276-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoro-3-Phenoxybenzene is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

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.