Description

7-Fluoro-4-Methyl Isatin is a strategically fluorinated and methylated derivative of the versatile isatin scaffold, offering enhanced reactivity and specific electronic properties for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of complex, high-value molecules, particularly within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, heterocyclic compounds, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors, receptor antagonists, and compounds targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorinated isatin core.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks, including spirooxindoles and fused ring systems via cyclization and condensation reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or scaffold in the design of enzyme inhibitors and molecular tools for biological research.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Fluoro-4-Methyl Isatin
CAS No.	749240-53-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	179.15 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Fluoro-4-methyl-1H-indole-2,3-dione; 4-Methyl-7-fluoroisatin; 1H-Indole-2,3-dione, 7-fluoro-4-methyl-; 7-Fluoro-4-methylindoline-2,3-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Fluoro-4-Methyl Isatin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in cGMP environments and advanced research.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.