Description

3-Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile fluorinated organic building block prized for its reactivity and utility in advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for introducing the 3-fluoropropionate moiety into target molecules, enabling the fine-tuning of their physical and biological properties. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fluorinated Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and esterification reactions to incorporate fluorinated alkyl chains.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a probe or labeling agent in metabolic studies and medicinal chemistry research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fluorinated specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	10117-10-9
Molecular Formula	C5H9FO2
Molecular Weight	120.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Fluoropropionate; 3-Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Fluoropropanoate; 3-Fluoropropanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Fluoro-propionic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl β-fluoropropionate; β-Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	233-336-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	1.080 - 1.120 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.390 - 1.400

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