Description

Phenol, 2-Fluoro-4-Mercapto-5-Methyl- is a specialized fluorinated phenol derivative containing a reactive thiol (mercapto) group. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries to create novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic scaffolds with sulfur functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine and thiol groups enhance biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis due to its phenolic oxygen and thiol donor atoms.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or functionalized surfaces where its aromatic ring and reactive groups can be incorporated.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in designing molecular probes and bioconjugation agents, leveraging the thiol group for selective binding or labeling.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Phenol, 2-Fluoro-4-Mercapto-5-Methyl-
CAS No.	949019-05-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7FOS
Molecular Weight	158.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-fluoro-4-mercaptophenol; 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzene-1,4-dithiol (tautomer); 2-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-methylbenzenethiol; 4-Mercapto-2-fluoro-5-methylphenol; 2-Fluoro-4-mercapto-5-methylphenol; 5-Methyl-2-fluoro-1,4-benzenedithiol (tautomer); 2-Fluoro-5-methyl-1,4-benzenedithiol (tautomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our high-purity Phenol, 2-Fluoro-4-Mercapto-5-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to the presence of the thiol group, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.