Description

2-Fluoro-4-Methylnaphthalene is a high-purity fluorinated naphthalene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile scaffold for introducing both fluorine and methyl substituents, enabling precise modulation of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile fluorinated building block for cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other advanced organic transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments with unique optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	59079-88-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉F
Molecular Weight	160.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-fluoronaphthalene; 2-Fluoro-4-methylnaphthalene; 2-Fluoro-4-methyl-naphthalene; 59079-88-8; 4-Methyl-2-fluoronaphthalene; 2-Fluoro-4-methylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-fluoro-4-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and supporting regulatory requirements for research and development.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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