Description

Benzene, 1-Fluoro-4-[(4-Methylphenyl)Methyl]- is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This chemical serves as a valuable building block for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical discovery, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring fluorinated aromatic moieties for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom and biphenyl-like structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a core structural unit in the development of fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, aiming to alter surface properties, chemical resistance, or optical characteristics.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for constructing complex biaryl systems in medicinal chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination methodologies and creating libraries of compounds for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-Fluoro-4-[(4-Methylphenyl)Methyl]-
CAS No.	39768-70-2
Molecular Formula	C14H13F
Molecular Weight	200.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methylbenzyl)fluorobenzene; 1-Fluoro-4-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]benzene; p-Fluorobenzyl-p-xylene; 4'-Methyl-4-fluorodiphenylmethane; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-methanol, 4'-fluoro-4-methyl-; (4-Fluorophenyl)(4-methylphenyl)methane; 4-(p-Tolylmethyl)fluorobenzene; α-Fluoro-4,4'-dimethylbiphenyl (common name)
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzene, 1-Fluoro-4-[(4-Methylphenyl)Methyl]- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and synthesis applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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