Description

3,4-Difluorocinnamic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly valued for the unique electronic and steric properties imparted by its difluoro substitution pattern. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to alter physical properties such as thermal stability, solubility, and refractive index.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new reactions in fluorochemistry.
• Peptide Mimetics: The cinnamic acid scaffold is useful in designing peptidomimetics and bioactive conjugates.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Difluorocinnamic Acid
CAS No.	152152-17-5
Molecular Formula	C9H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	184.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)acrylic acid; 3,4-Difluorocinnamate; trans-3,4-Difluorocinnamic Acid; 3-(3,4-Difluorophenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(3,4-difluorophenyl)-, (2E)-; 3,4-DFCA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Difluorocinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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 and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.