1-Fluoro-3-methoxybenzene, CAS No. 456-49-5

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456-49-5

Catalog No. EBD1112960

CAS 456-49-5

Name 1-Fluoro-3-methoxybenzene

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 1-Fluoro-3-methoxybenzene 3-fluoromethoxybenzene M-FLUOROMETHOXYBENZENE m-Fluoroanisole 3-Fluoroanisole 1-fluoro-3-methoxy-benzene m-fluorophenylmethylether

Molecular Formula: C7H7FO

Molecular Weight: 126.13

MDL Number: MFCD00000335

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Phenols and Ethers Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents

Product Description:

3-Fluoroanisole is an organic compound with the molecular formula C7H7FO. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid characterized by a benzene ring substituted with a methoxy group (-OCH3) and a fluorine atom at the meta position. It serves as a versatile and fundamental aromatic building block in organic synthesis. Its primary application lies in chemical research and development as a key intermediate. The presence of both an electron-donating methoxy group and an electron-withdrawing fluorine atom makes it a valuable precursor for introducing the 3-fluoroanisole moiety into more complex molecules. It is widely used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals. The fluorine atom can influence the biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties of the final target compounds. This reagent is typically handled under inert atmosphere due to its sensitivity to moisture and air. It is flammable and should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated place away from ignition sources.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: -35°C

Boiling Point: 158 °C/743 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 44 °C

Density: 1.104 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.488(lit.)

Storage: Flammables area

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: 3

Transport Codes: 1993C

Analytical Data

Appearance: clear colorless to straw yellow liquid