Description

1-(4-Fluoro-2-Methylphenyl)Propan-1-One is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that require high-purity intermediates for research, development, and production of active ingredients will find this product essential.

Application

This versatile chemical intermediate serves critical roles in several high-value industrial segments:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and the manufacture of complex, high-value organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in fluoroorganic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Fluoro-2-Methylphenyl)Propan-1-One
CAS No.	575-68-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO
Molecular Weight	166.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-2'-methylpropiophenone; 1-Propanone, 1-(4-fluoro-2-methylphenyl)-; 4-Fluoro-2-methylpropiophenone; p-Fluoro-o-methylpropiophenone; 2-Methyl-4-fluoropropiophenone; 575-68-8; 1-(4-Fluoro-2-methylphenyl)-1-propanone
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Fluoro-2-Methylphenyl)Propan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch shipped.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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