Description

Sodium 2,4-Difluorobenzoate is the sodium salt derivative of 2,4-difluorobenzoic acid, a key fluorinated aromatic building block. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought by manufacturers of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), advanced agrochemicals, and specialty chemical researchers who require a reliable, high-purity fluorinated synthon.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing difluorophenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated compounds for electronic display applications.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce fluorine into polymer chains, improving material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic structures.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can function as a ligand or counterion in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2,4-Difluorobenzoate
CAS No.	1765-08-8
Molecular Formula	C7H3F2NaO2
Molecular Weight	180.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluorobenzoic Acid Sodium Salt; Benzoic acid, 2,4-difluoro-, sodium salt; Sodium 2,4-difluorobenzoate; 2,4-Difluorobenzoate sodium; 1765-08-8; EINECS 217-189-1
EINECS	217-189-1

Quality Control

Our Sodium 2,4-Difluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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