Description

3-(4-Fluoro-3-Nitrophenyl)Propionic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block, specifically designed for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a nitro and a fluoro substituent on the phenyl ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel fluorinated organic electronic materials.
• Peptide Mimetics & Bioconjugation: The propionic acid moiety allows for coupling reactions, useful in creating peptide analogs or linker molecules for bioconjugation.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and synthesizing specialized fluorinated compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized nitro- and fluoro-containing dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Fluoro-3-Nitrophenyl)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	160877-40-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8FNO4
Molecular Weight	213.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-nitrobenzenepropanoic Acid; 3-(4-Fluoro-3-nitrophenyl)propanoic Acid; 3-(4-Fluoro-3-nitrophenyl)propionic Acid; 4-Fluoro-3-nitrophenylpropionic Acid; 3-(4-Fluoro-3-nitro-phenyl)-propionic Acid; β-(4-Fluoro-3-nitrophenyl)propionic Acid; 160877-40-7; Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-fluoro-3-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Fluoro-3-Nitrophenyl)Propionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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