Description

Ethyl 2-Fluoropropionate is a valuable fluorinated ester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for introducing the 2-fluoropropionate moiety, which can impart unique metabolic stability and physicochemical properties to target molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile fluorinated ester in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Precursor for fluorinated monomers or additives used in polymers and specialty coatings.
• Chemical Biology: Useful as a probe or labeling agent in metabolic pathway studies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for creating unique fluorinated aroma chemicals (subject to regulatory approval).

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Fluoropropionate
CAS No.	127306-59-6
Molecular Formula	C5H9FO2
Molecular Weight	120.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Fluoropropanoate; Ethyl α-Fluoropropionate; Propanoic acid, 2-fluoro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-fluoropropionate; 127306-59-6; Ethyl 2-fluoro-propionate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Fluoropropionate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed and handle in a fume hood. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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