Description

3-Fluorophenanthrene is a high-purity fluorinated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) building block, identified by CAS NO 440-40-4. This compound is valued for its unique electronic properties imparted by the fluorine substituent, making it a critical intermediate in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fields of organic electronics, agrochemical synthesis, and medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a key fluorinated core structure for developing novel electron-transport materials and host matrices in display and lighting technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, where the fluorine atom can enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for creating new active ingredients with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of liquid crystals, semiconductors, and other advanced polymeric materials requiring tailored electronic properties.
• Chemical Research: Functions as a standard or reagent in studies involving fluorinated PAHs, their environmental fate, and spectroscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluorophenanthrene
CAS No.	440-40-4
Molecular Formula	C14H9F
Molecular Weight	196.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenanthrene, 3-fluoro-; 3-Fluoro-phenanthrene; 3-Fluorophenanthren; 3-FP; Fluorophenanthrene; 1-Fluorophenanthrene (isomer); 9-Fluorophenanthrene (isomer); NSC 404096
EINECS	207-131-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Fluorophenanthrene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including purity assay and impurity profile determined by HPLC/GC, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C

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