Description

Cyclohexyl 3-Fluorophenyl Ketone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where the fluorine atom and ketone functionality enable precise tuning of molecular properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorophenyl moiety enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for developing advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and carbon-carbon bond formation reactions in process chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Cyclohexyl 3-Fluorophenyl Ketone
CAS No.	898769-09-0
Molecular Formula	C13H15FO
Molecular Weight	206.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluorobenzoylcyclohexane; (3-Fluorophenyl)(cyclohexyl)methanone; Cyclohexyl 3-Fluorobenzyl Ketone; 1-Cyclohexyl-1-(3-fluorophenyl)ethanone (common misnomer); 3-Fluoro-cyclohexylphenyl ketone; 3-Fluorophenyl cyclohexyl ketone; Ketone, cyclohexyl 3-fluorophenyl
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Quality Control

Our Cyclohexyl 3-Fluorophenyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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