Description

4-Fluoro-7-Methyl Isatin is a high-value, fluorinated derivative of isatin, a versatile heterocyclic scaffold. This compound matters for its role as a critical synthetic intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate its unique fluorinated structure into new molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Acts as a precursor for creating novel Schiff base ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and functional colorants.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Fluoro-7-Methyl Isatin
CAS No.	668-24-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	179.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-7-methyl-1H-indole-2,3-dione; 7-Methyl-4-fluoroisatin; 4-Fluoro-7-methylindoline-2,3-dione; 4-Fluoro-7-methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-indole-2,3-dione; 4-Fluoro-7-methyl-1H-indole-2,3-dione; 668-24-6; 4-Fluoro-7-methylisatin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-7-Methyl Isatin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.