Description

(4-Fluorophenyl)(4-(Methylthio)Phenyl)Methanone is a high-purity organic building block and key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile synthon in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its unique bifunctional structure enables complex molecular construction. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the fluorine and sulfur-containing motifs for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring fluorinated aromatic ketones with thioether functionality.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in exploratory chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and studying structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Fluorophenyl)(4-(Methylthio)Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	724-88-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11FOS
Molecular Weight	246.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-4'-(methylthio)benzophenone; 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-1-[4-(methylthio)phenyl]methanone; 4'-Fluoro-4-(methylmercapto)benzophenone; p-Fluorophenyl p-Methylthiophenyl Ketone; 4-(Methylthio)phenyl 4-fluorophenyl ketone; Benzophenone, 4-fluoro-4'-(methylthio)-; 724-88-9; 4-Fluoro-4'-(methylsulfanyl)benzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Fluorophenyl)(4-(Methylthio)Phenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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