Description

1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-Methylbenzene is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic compound, also known as 4'-Fluoro-4-methylbiphenyl. This specialty intermediate is valued for its unique biphenyl structure with fluorine and methyl substituents, offering distinct electronic and steric properties for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Used in the research and development of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Material: Serves as a core structure in the development of organic semiconductors, hole-transport materials, and light-emitting materials for OLEDs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a versatile substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies and the exploration of new fluorinated compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	72093-43-7
Molecular Formula	C13H11F
Molecular Weight	186.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-4-methylbiphenyl; 4-Methyl-4'-fluorobiphenyl; 1-Fluoro-4-(p-tolyl)benzene; p-Tolyl-4-fluorobenzene; 4-(4-Fluorophenyl)toluene; Biphenyl, 4'-fluoro-4-methyl-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4'-fluoro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-Methylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are 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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.