Description

3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-2'-Fluoropropiophenone is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both dimethylphenyl and fluoropropiophenone moieties, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, as well as process development teams, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific fluorinated aromatic systems into novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring fluorinated aromatic ketone scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorinated aromatic structure can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for novel organic electronic materials, where its rigid, fluorinated core can contribute to desired electronic and mesomorphic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for complex organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions and carbonyl chemistry.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: A valuable compound for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) and the effects of fluorine substitution in aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-2'-Fluoropropiophenone
CAS No.	898753-78-1
Molecular Formula	C17H17FO
Molecular Weight	256.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Fluoro-3-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)propiophenone; 1-[2-Fluorophenyl]-3-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)propan-1-one; 3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-(2-fluorophenyl)propan-1-one; α-Ethyl-2',5'-dimethyl-2-fluorobenzhydrol (keto form); 2-Fluoro-β-(2,5-dimethylbenzyl)propiophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-2'-Fluoroprophenone adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.