Description

Benzoyl Fluoride, 2,6-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is a specialized organofluorine compound characterized by its reactive benzoyl fluoride core flanked by methyl groups. This structure makes it a valuable fluorinating agent and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing fluorine-containing moieties. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Fluorinating Agent: Acts as a source of the benzoyl fluoride group for selective fluorination reactions in complex molecule construction.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create specialized ligands for metal catalysis or as a building block for functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on new methodologies for C-F bond formation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Incorporated into the manufacture of specialty fluorinated aromatics and other high-value chemical products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Fluoride, 2,6-Dimethyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	59880-88-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethylbenzoyl Fluoride; 2,6-Dimethylbenzoic Acid Fluoride; 2,6-Xylyl Fluoride; α,α,2,6-Tetramethylbenzenemethanoyl Fluoride; 2,6-Dimethylbenzoyl Fluoride (9CI); Benzoyl fluoride, 2,6-dimethyl-; 2,6-Dimethylbenzoyl fluoride
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzoyl Fluoride, 2,6-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong alkalis; it must be kept under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon and handled in a dry environment to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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