Description

2-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-Benzothiophene is a high-purity fluorinated heterocyclic compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors, due to its conjugated benzothiophene core.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies for fluorinated heterocycles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Can be utilized to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-Benzothiophene
CAS No.	936734-95-1
Molecular Formula	C14H9FS
Molecular Weight	228.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Fluorophenyl)benzo[b]thiophene; 2-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-benzothiophene; 1-Benzothiophene, 2-(2-fluorophenyl)-; Benzo[b]thiophene, 2-(2-fluorophenyl)-; 2-(o-Fluorophenyl)benzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1-Benzothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.