2-Fluorotoluene
- CAS No.95-52-3
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 2-Fluorotoluene (CAS 95-52-3), a key aromatic fluorinated intermediate for advanced organic synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing.
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Product Overview
2-Fluorotoluene (CAS 95-52-3) is a colorless, transparent liquid belonging to the class of fluorinated aromatic hydrocarbons. Also known as 1-fluoro-2-methylbenzene or o-fluorotoluene, it serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. With an assay of ≥98.0%, this compound is manufactured under stringent quality controls to meet the demanding standards of industrial-scale chemical production.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C₇H₇F |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 110.129 g/mol |
| Density | 1.0 ± 0.1 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | 116.3 ± 9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Melting Point | -62 °C |
| Flash Point | 12.8 ± 0.0 °C |
| Vapour Density | 3.8 (vs air) |
| Vapour Pressure | 21.8 ± 0.2 mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.477 |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Industrial Applications
As a versatile fluoroaromatic intermediate, 2-Fluorotoluene is primarily employed in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty agrochemicals, and high-performance materials. Its ortho-substituted methyl and fluorine groups enable selective electrophilic and nucleophilic transformations, making it invaluable in constructing molecular architectures with tailored electronic and steric properties. The compound is not intended for direct consumer use but functions as a foundational reagent in controlled, large-scale chemical manufacturing environments.
Key advantages include:
- High chemical stability under standard storage conditions
- Excellent reactivity profile for directed ortho-metalation (DoM) strategies
- Compatibility with modern cross-coupling methodologies (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig)
- Consistent batch-to-batch quality for reliable process scalability
Stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources, 2-Fluorotoluene is typically supplied in 200 kg drums or customized packaging per client specifications.
