Description

1-Fluoro-4-(4-Methyl-4-Pentenyl)Benzene is a specialized fluorinated aromatic building block with a reactive terminal alkene group. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, enabling its use in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: The alkene group allows for incorporation into polymer backbones via reactions like thiol-ene click chemistry or polymerization, modifying material properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-4-(4-Methyl-4-Pentenyl)Benzene
CAS No.	74646-35-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₅F
Molecular Weight	178.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methylpent-4-en-1-yl)fluorobenzene; 1-Fluoro-4-(4-methylpent-4-enyl)benzene; p-(4-Methyl-4-pentenyl)fluorobenzene; 4-Fluoro-1-(4-methyl-4-pentenyl)benzene; Benzene, 1-fluoro-4-(4-methyl-4-pentenyl)-; (4-Methylpent-4-en-1-yl)benzene, 4-fluoro-; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoro-4-(4-Methyl-4-Pentenyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to preserve the integrity of the alkene functionality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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