Description

2-Fluoro-4-Methylsulfonylphenol is a high-purity fluorinated phenolic compound featuring a methylsulfonyl substituent, making it a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure provides a reactive phenolic hydroxyl group and an electron-withdrawing sulfone moiety, which are critical for modifying the physicochemical properties of target molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for candidates requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom and sulfone group enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways, catalysis, and as a standard in analytical method development.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments with improved lightfastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-Methylsulfonylphenol
CAS No.	398456-87-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7FO3S
Molecular Weight	190.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2-fluorophenol; 2-Fluoro-4-(methylsulfonyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-fluoro-4-(methylsulfonyl)-; 2-Fluoro-4-methanesulfonylphenol; 398456-87-6; 2-Fluoro-4-methylsulphonylphenol; 4-Methylsulfonyl-2-fluorophenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-4-Methylsulfonylphenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for fine chemical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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