Description

5-Fluoro-2-Methoxyacetophenone is a versatile and high-purity organic building block, specifically an acetophenone derivative, essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom and methoxy group contribute to biological activity and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing specialty chemicals and complex organic molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and fluorination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Methoxyacetophenone
CAS No.	445-82-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(5-Fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)ethanone; 2'-Methoxy-5'-fluoroacetophenone; 5'-Fluoro-2'-methoxyacetophenone; 5-Fluoro-2-methoxyacetophenone; 2-Methoxy-5-fluoroacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-5-fluoro-2-methoxybenzene; 5-Fluoro-o-methoxyacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-2-Methoxyacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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