Description

2-(1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a specialized fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a tetrafluoroethoxy side chain, provides exceptional chemical stability and lipophilicity, making it a valuable precursor for high-performance materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorinated group improves efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart unique solubility, thermal stability, and surface properties to high-performance polymers and coatings.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploratory organic synthesis in academic and industrial R&D laboratories focusing on fluorochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	10008-97-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6F4O3
Molecular Weight	238.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 2-(1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethoxy)-; 2-(Perfluoroethoxy)benzoic acid; o-(1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethoxy)benzoic acid; 2-(Tetrafluoroethoxy)benzoic acid; 2-Hydroxy-2,2,3,3-tetrafluoroethyl benzoate (related form); TFEB Acid; CAS 10008-97-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroethoxy)Benzoic 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, NMR, and GC-MS to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can accommodate custom purity requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are made of compatible materials and are properly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.0%

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