Description

Phenol, 4-Ethenyl-2-Fluoro- is a fluorinated phenolic derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a vinyl substituent, makes it a key building block for the development of advanced materials and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, leveraging the fluorine atom for metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorophenol moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent for producing specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with improved chemical resistance, thermal stability, or specific surface properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block for fluorinated components in advanced electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions, catalytic processes, and the creation of complex molecular architectures.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The vinyl and phenolic groups make it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) to construct more complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 4-Ethenyl-2-Fluoro-
CAS No.	80122-44-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO
Molecular Weight	138.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4-vinylphenol; 4-Vinyl-2-fluorophenol; 2-Fluoro-4-ethenylphenol; 4-Ethenyl-2-fluorophenol; 2-Fluorohydroxybenzene, 4-ethenyl-; (2-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)ethylene; p-Vinyl-o-fluorophenol; Fluorinated vinylphenol monomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenol, 4-Ethenyl-2-Fluoro- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR) are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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