Description

4-(Benzyloxy)-3-Fluorobenzoic 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 combination of a protected benzyloxy group and a fluorine atom, enabling precise molecular modifications for creating novel compounds. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecules, leveraging its reactive carboxylic acid and protected phenol functionalities.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Acts as a model compound for studying the effects of fluorine substitution on aromatic systems and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(Benzyloxy)-3-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	152552-64-2
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO3
Molecular Weight	246.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-4-(phenylmethoxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-(phenylmethoxy)-; 4-(Benzyloxy)-3-fluorobenzoic acid; 3-Fluoro-4-benzyloxybenzoic Acid; 4-Benzyloxy-3-fluorobenzoic Acid; 152552-64-2; 4-(Phenylmethoxy)-3-fluorobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Benzyloxy)-3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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.