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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>4-Fluorobenzyl chloride</strong> (CAS 367-01-9) is a critical fluorinated intermediate with molecular formula C<sub>7</sub>H<sub>6</sub>ClF. It is primarily manufactured via electrophilic aromatic substitution or chloromethylation of fluorobenzene, serving as a key building block for pharmaceutical synthesis.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).</li>
<li>Production of agrochemical fungicides and herbicides.</li>
<li>Manufacturing of specialty liquid crystals for display technologies.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from moisture. Requires PPE due to corrosive nature; strict ventilation is mandatory during handling to prevent inhalation hazards.</p>