Description

3-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzenesulfonamide is a high-purity, functionalized benzenesulfonamide derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of a sulfonamide group with fluorine and methyl substituents, enabling precise modulation of molecular properties for target-specific applications. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzymes where sulfonamides act as pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the sulfonamide moiety.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials that require fluorine-containing aromatic units for enhanced stability or specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a precursor for designing molecular probes and inhibitors used to study biological pathways and protein functions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving diverse client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzenesulfonamide
CAS No.	329909-29-7
Molecular Formula	C7H8FNO2S
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3-fluorobenzenesulfonamide; 3-Fluoro-p-toluenesulfonamide; 3-Fluoro-4-methylbenzene-1-sulfonamide; 1-Fluoro-2-methyl-4-sulfamoylbenzene; Benzenesulfonamide, 3-fluoro-4-methyl-; 3-Fluoro-4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid amide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Methylbenzenesulfonamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent batch-to-batch quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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