Description

3,4-Dichloro-2-Fluorotoluene is a versatile halogenated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides distinct reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated and chlorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Negishi) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to introduce the 3,4-dichloro-2-fluorophenyl moiety into target molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichloro-2-Fluorotoluene
CAS No.	924626-74-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl2F
Molecular Weight	179.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3,4-dichlorotoluene; 1,2-Dichloro-4-fluoro-5-methylbenzene; 3,4-Dichloro-2-fluoromethylbenzene; Toluene, 3,4-dichloro-2-fluoro-; 5-Methyl-1,2-dichloro-4-fluorobenzene; 2-Fluoro-3,4-dichloro-1-methylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichloro-2-Fluorotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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