Description

3-(4-Fluorophenyl)Butanoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated organic acid building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and sophisticated fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors requiring precise molecular construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides that incorporate fluorinated aromatic moieties for enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce fluorophenyl groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology research in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Fluorophenyl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	15954-41-3
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-β-methylhydrocinnamic Acid; 3-(p-Fluorophenyl)butyric Acid; γ-(4-Fluorophenyl)butyric Acid; Benzenebutanoic acid, 4-fluoro-β-methyl-; Butanoic acid, 3-(4-fluorophenyl)-; 4-Fluoro-β-methylhydrocinnamic acid; p-Fluorophenylbutyric acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Fluorophenyl)Butanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analytically verified to meet precise purity specifications through techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, 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	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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