Description

2-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block, prized for its unique combination of fluorine atoms and a carboxylic acid functional group. This structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where electronic properties and metabolic stability are paramount. It is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce fluorine motifs into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving stability and performance.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for introducing the 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl moiety via coupling reactions or further derivatization.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in fluorine chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	115029-23-7
Molecular Formula	C8H4F4O2
Molecular Weight	208.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluic Acid; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-5-trifluoromethylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; m-Toluic acid, 2-fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

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%

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