Description

3-(2-Fluorophenyl)Propionic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the fluorine atom at the ortho position of the phenyl ring, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules where the fluorophenyl moiety modulates potency and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the fluorine atom to enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a fluorinated building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Peptide Mimetics & Protease Inhibitors: The propionic acid side chain is valuable for constructing peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors in medicinal chemistry research.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, altering thermal stability, solubility, and surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard reagent and starting material for exploring new fluorination reactions and catalytic processes in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Fluorophenyl)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	1643-26-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluorohydrocinnamic Acid; (2-Fluorophenyl)propanoic Acid; 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)propanoic Acid; β-(2-Fluorophenyl)propionic Acid; NSC 403714; 2-Fluorobenzene propanoic acid; 2-Fluorophenylpropionic Acid; 2-Fluorophenylpropanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)Propionic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizers, bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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