Description

1-Acetoxy-3-Fluorobenzene is a versatile fluorinated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that require high-purity intermediates for research, process development, and commercial-scale manufacturing will find this product essential.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other advanced electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination, to introduce functionalized aryl groups.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new fluorination chemistry and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Acetoxy-3-Fluorobenzene
CAS No.	701-83-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight	154.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluorophenyl acetate; m-Fluorophenyl acetate; 3-Fluorophenol acetate; 1-Fluoro-3-acetoxybenzene; Acetic acid 3-fluorophenyl ester; 3-Fluoro-1-acetoxybenzene; 3-Fluorophenyl ethanoate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Acetoxy-3-Fluorobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (20°C)	~1.18 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.48

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