Description

Ethanone, 2-Fluoro-1-(4-Methylphenyl)- (9Ci) CAS NO 37032-34-1 is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, also known as 2'-Fluoro-4'-Methylacetophenone. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both a ketone functional group and a fluorine atom on an aromatic ring, making it a versatile intermediate for introducing specific fluorinated motifs into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced materials. Our supply ensures high purity and batch-to-batch consistency critical for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorinated aromatic systems which can enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine atom can improve biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions (e.g., Friedel-Crafts acylation follow-ups) to construct complex fluorinated molecules for academic and industrial research.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Used as a standard or reference compound in methodological development for fluorination reactions and spectroscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 2-Fluoro-1-(4-Methylphenyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	37032-34-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Fluoro-4'-Methylacetophenone; 1-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-fluoroethanone; 2-Fluoro-1-(4-methylphenyl)ethanone; 4'-Methyl-2'-fluoroacetophenone; 2-Fluoro-4'-methylacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-4-methyl-2-fluorobenzene; p-Methyl-2-fluoroacetophenone; 37032-34-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethanone, 2-Fluoro-1-(4-Methylphenyl)- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Standard purity grades for research and development are available, with typical specifications provided below. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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