Description

Fluoroacetic Acid CAS NO 144-49-0 is a potent organofluorine compound characterized by its carboxylic acid group substituted with a fluorine atom. This high-purity chemical intermediate is critical for synthesizing advanced fluorinated molecules in research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and academic researchers developing novel bioactive compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced fluorinated pesticides and herbicides.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in metabolic studies and the development of enzyme inhibitors.
• Material Science: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers and surface-active agents with unique properties.
• Fluorination Reactions: Acts as a source of the fluoroacetyl group in complex organic synthesis.
• Toxicology Studies: Used as a reference standard in environmental and safety research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fluoroacetic Acid
CAS No.	144-49-0
Molecular Formula	C2H3FO2
Molecular Weight	78.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Monofluoroacetic Acid; 2-Fluoroacetic Acid; Fluoroethanoic Acid; FAA; Compound 1080 (historical rodenticide); Glycolic acid, 2-fluoro-; Fluoroacetate; 2-Fluoroethanoic Acid
EINECS	205-631-7

Quality Control

Our Fluoroacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and safety parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, containers must be kept tightly sealed and upright. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.