Description

4-Fluoropyridine is a versatile fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a fluorine atom on the pyridine ring, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing the fluoropyridyl moiety into more complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry for creating fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can improve biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science applications.
• Fluorinated Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis to construct complex fluorinated heterocycles and fine chemicals for various R&D purposes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new reactions and properties of fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoropyridine
CAS No.	694-52-0
Molecular Formula	C5H4FN
Molecular Weight	97.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoropyridine; γ-Fluoropyridine; 4-Fluoro-pyridine; Pyridine, 4-fluoro-; 4-Fluoropyridin; FPy; 4-FP; 694-52-0
EINECS	211-776-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoropyridine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 1.0% (total)

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