Description

2,4-Difluorophenyl Acetate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its unique reactivity. This compound is essential for introducing the 2,4-difluorophenyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures, enabling precise structural modifications. It is a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluorophenyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with improved chemical resistance, thermal stability, and optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and nucleophilic aromatic substitutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Difluorophenyl Acetate
CAS No.	36914-77-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic Acid 2,4-Difluorophenyl Ester; 2,4-Difluorophenyl Ethanoate; 1-Acetoxy-2,4-difluorobenzene; (2,4-Difluorophenyl) Acetate; 2,4-DFPA; 36914-77-9; 2,4-Difluoro-1-acetoxybenzene
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Difluorophenyl Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry guidelines.

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 bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Individual Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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