Description

Ethyl2-(3-Fluorophenyl)Acetate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a versatile intermediate prized for its role in introducing the 3-fluorophenyl moiety into complex molecular architectures. Its primary value lies in enabling the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical compounds, agrochemicals, and specialty materials where the fluorine atom is critical for modulating biological activity, stability, and lipophilicity. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-inflammatory agents, and other therapeutic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances compound efficacy and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating complex aromatic esters used in specialty fragrance and flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research laboratories for exploring new fluorination chemistry and developing novel organic compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, altering material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl2-(3-Fluorophenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	587-47-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₁FO₂
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (3-Fluorophenyl)acetate; 3-Fluorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Fluorobenzeneacetate; (3-Fluorophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-(3-Fluorophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 406122; Ethyl α-(3-Fluorophenyl)acetate
EINECS	209-607-6

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl2-(3-Fluorophenyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Refractive Index	1.495 - 1.505
Density	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL

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