Description

4-Fluoro-2-Methyl-1-Vinyl-Benzene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant commercial interest. This compound is valued for its vinyl functional group, which enables its use in polymerization and as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for creating novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a fluorinated aromatic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: The vinyl group allows for its incorporation into polymers, enabling the creation of materials with specific optical, electronic, or surface properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated components for display and lighting technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) and other transformations to introduce fluorinated vinylbenzene units into complex molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal and process chemists exploring new chemical entities and synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2-Methyl-1-Vinyl-Benzene
CAS No.	3825-64-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9F
Molecular Weight	136.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-fluorostyrene; 4-Fluoro-2-methylstyrene; 1-Ethenyl-4-fluoro-2-methylbenzene; 2-Methyl-4-fluorovinylbenzene; 4-Fluoro-o-methylstyrene; (4-Fluoro-2-methylphenyl)ethene; Vinyl-4-fluoro-2-methylbenzene; 3825-64-7
EINECS	223-327-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-2-Methyl-1-Vinyl-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear 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.