Description

Thiocyanic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur and organofluorine compound, serving as a valuable bifunctional building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive thiocyanate group and a fluoroethyl moiety, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing sulfur and fluorine atoms into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiocyanate group can impart biological activity.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions and constructing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials with specific surface properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocyanic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester
CAS No.	505-13-5
Molecular Formula	C3H4FNOS
Molecular Weight	121.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoroethyl thiocyanate; 2-Fluoroethyl rhodanide; β-Fluoroethyl thiocyanate; 2-Fluoroethanethiol cyanate; 1-Fluoro-2-thiocyanatoethane; Thiocyanic acid, 2-fluoroethyl ester; 2-Fluoroethyl ester of thiocyanic acid; NSC 37736
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Quality Control

Every batch of Thiocyanic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive specifications and Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring consistency and reliability for your critical synthetic applications. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and commercial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density	~1.25 g/cm³

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