Description

Methanone, (2-Fluorophenyl)(3-Methylphenyl)- is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular architecture, featuring distinct fluorophenyl and tolyl substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for constructing central scaffolds in bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive compounds, due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel fluorinated organic compounds and ketone chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanone, (2-Fluorophenyl)(3-Methylphenyl)-
CAS No.	726158-58-3
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO
Molecular Weight	214.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Fluorophenyl)(3-methylphenyl)methanone; 2-Fluoro-3'-methylbenzophenone; 1-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-(3-methylphenyl)methanone; 2-Fluorophenyl 3-tolyl ketone; 3-Methyl-2'-fluorobenzophenone; (2-Fluorophenyl)(m-tolyl)methanone; m-Tolyl 2-fluorophenyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methanone, (2-Fluorophenyl)(3-Methylphenyl)- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry for identity confirmation and purity assessment. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.