Description

(2-Fluoroethoxy)-Benzene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic ether compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the fluoroethoxy moiety, enabling precise molecular modifications. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorine-containing groups to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and dielectric materials for displays and electronic applications.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a functional monomer for creating specialty polymers with specific solubility, surface energy, or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a reagent or ligand scaffold in cross-coupling reactions and catalytic systems, leveraging the electron-withdrawing effect of the fluorine atom.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing fluorinated dyes and pigments that offer improved lightfastness and color stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Fluoroethoxy)-Benzene
CAS No.	405-97-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9FO
Molecular Weight	140.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-2-phenoxyethane; 2-Fluoroethyl Phenyl Ether; Phenoxyethyl Fluoride; β-Fluoroethyl Phenyl Ether; Benzene, (2-fluoroethoxy)-; 2-Phenoxyethyl Fluoride; (2-Fluoroethoxy)benzene; EINECS 206-981-7
EINECS	206-981-7

Quality Control

Our (2-Fluoroethoxy)-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material suitable for research and commercial scale applications, with documentation tailored to meet specific regulatory or customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. 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
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.485 - 1.495

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