4-fluorophenol

4-fluorophenol

p-Fluorophenol; Para-fluorophenol; 4-Fluoro-phenol

CAS 371-41-5

Chemical Formula C6H5FO

Molecular Weight 112.10 g/mol

4-Fluorophenol is a chemical compound that is a derivative of phenol, with a fluorine atom replacing the hydrogen atom at the para position (4th carbon). It is a colorless solid at room temperature. This molecule is a versatile intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, and can also be used in analytical chemistry as a reference material. 

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Intermediate in Drug Synthesis: 4-Fluorophenol serves as a crucial starting material for synthesizing a wide range of pharmaceuticals.
  • Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Development: Its derivatives are often incorporated into APIs due to their beneficial properties.

2. Agrochemicals

  • Pesticide and Herbicide Synthesis: 4-Fluorophenol serves as a precursor in the synthesis of various insecticides, herbicides, and other pesticidal compounds. 
  • Plant Growth Regulators: It is also used in the production of plant growth regulators, which are chemicals that help control plant growth and development. 
  • Key Intermediate: 4-Fluorophenol's role as an intermediate means it is not the final product in the agrochemical, but rather a crucial component in the synthesis of the active ingredients.

3. Polymers & Resins

  • Functionalized Graphene Oxide: 4-Fluorophenol is used to functionalize graphene oxide (GO) to create functionalized graphene oxide (FGO). This functionalization enhances the anticorrosion properties of epoxy resin coatings on materials like mild steel. The FGO acts as a nanofiller, and when incorporated into the epoxy resin, it significantly improves the coating's resistance to corrosion.

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance White to pale yellow crystalline solid or liquid
Odor Phenolic, sharp aromatic odor
Boiling Point 188°C
Melting Point 36°C
Density 1.28 g/cm3
Solubility Soluble in water, alcohols, ethers; capable of hydrogen bonding
Viscosity Not determined
Flash Point 85°C

Hazard Symbols

Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for 4-Fluorophenol? 
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