Description

4-Fluoro-3,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine and methyl groups on the aromatic ring, which allows for fine-tuning of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with specific thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating complex molecular architectures.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can act as a ligand or a precursor to ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	120512-59-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-4-fluorobenzoic Acid; 4-Fluoro-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-3,5-dimethyl-; 4-Fluoro-3,5-dimethyl-benzoic acid; 120512-59-6; 4-Fluoro-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid (CAS 120512-59-6); 3,5-Dimethyl-4-fluorobenzoic acid (CAS 120512-59-6)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-3,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 160 °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.