Description

1-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2-Nitrobenzene is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic compound designed for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring fluorine, methylsulfonyl, and nitro substituents, makes it a versatile and valuable building block for creating complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitro and sulfonyl groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments due to its substituted benzene ring structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) for creating biaryl structures.
• Organic Synthesis Laboratory: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D chemists exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2-Nitrobenzene
CAS No.	849035-74-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8FNO4S
Molecular Weight	233.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-2-methyl-5-(methylsulfonyl)-1-nitrobenzene; 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)-1-nitrobenzene; Benzene, 1-fluoro-5-methyl-4-(methylsulfonyl)-2-nitro-; 849035-74-1; 1-Fluoro-5-methyl-4-methylsulfonyl-2-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-Fluoro-5-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2-Nitrobenzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent composition. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 aligned practices for traceability and reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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