Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol is a specialized fluorinated nitrophenol derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both electron-withdrawing nitro and fluoro substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from fluorine's metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the research and production of fluorinated components for electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the nitro and fluoro groups modify color and lightfastness properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in cross-coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated as a functional monomer to impart specific characteristics like UV stability or chemical resistance to polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol
CAS No.	63762-80-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6FNO3
Molecular Weight	171.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2-fluoro-5-methylphenol; 5-Methyl-2-fluoro-4-nitrophenol; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol; Phenol, 2-fluoro-5-methyl-4-nitro-; 2-Fluoro-4-nitro-5-methylphenol; 4-Nitro-5-methyl-2-fluorophenol; 2-Fluoro-4-nitro-m-cresol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.