Description

3-Fluoro-4-(Methylsulfinyl)Phenol is a high-purity, specialty organic intermediate characterized by its unique combination of a phenolic hydroxyl group, a fluorine substituent, and a methylsulfinyl moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the introduction of specific functional groups and electronic properties into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine and sulfoxide groups for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials with specific electronic or surface properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes to study enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-(Methylsulfinyl)Phenol
CAS No.	859538-50-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7FO2S
Molecular Weight	174.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylsulfinyl)-3-fluorophenol; 3-Fluoro-4-(methylsulfinyl)phenol; Phenol, 3-fluoro-4-(methylsulfinyl)-; 3-Fluoro-4-methanesulfinylphenol; 3-Fluoro-4-(methylsulfoxide)phenol; 3-Fluoro-4-(methylsulphinyl)phenol; 859538-50-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-(Methylsulfinyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and GC/MS for residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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