Description

2-Amino-4,6-Difluorobenzoic 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 amino groups on the aromatic ring, enabling precise modifications to molecular properties for performance-driven applications. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients with enhanced efficacy and stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and antibacterial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where fluorine atoms improve bioavailability and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific thermal and chemical resistance properties to high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, amide bond formation, and other transformations to introduce difluoro-aniline motifs.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating compound libraries in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	126674-77-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5F2NO2
Molecular Weight	173.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Difluoro-2-aminobenzoic Acid; 2-Amino-4,6-difluorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-4,6-difluoro-; 4,6-Difluoroanthranilic Acid; 2-Carboxy-3,5-difluoroaniline; 3,5-Difluoro-2-aminobenzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	208°C - 212°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.