Description

2-(2-Fluoro-Phenoxy)-Butyric Acid is a specialized fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique structural features that enable the introduction of both phenoxy and fluoro substituents. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxy moiety.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: A potential precursor for fluorinated mesogens used in display technologies due to its aromatic and fluoro components.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or grafting agent for introducing specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent in coupling reactions and for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial research.
• Chemical Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard in analytical chemistry for developing new synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Fluoro-Phenoxy)-Butyric Acid
CAS No.	161790-23-4
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO3
Molecular Weight	198.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Fluorophenoxy)butanoic Acid; Butyric acid, 2-(2-fluorophenoxy)-; α-(2-Fluorophenoxy)butyric Acid; 2-(o-Fluorophenoxy)butyric Acid; 2-Fluoro-α-(1-methylpropoxy)benzenemethanol (tautomer); 161790-23-4; 2-(2-Fluorophenoxy)butyric Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Fluoro-Phenoxy)-Butyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. For customers with specific purity requirements (e.g., >98% or >99%), custom synthesis and purification services are available.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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