Description

2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a fluorinated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functional groups on a difluorinated aromatic ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients. Its precise reactivity profile enables the synthesis of novel compounds with potential applications in drug discovery and crop protection.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluoro-hydroxybenzoate moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Utilized in the development of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and catalysis research involving fluorinated aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	175968-39-5
Molecular Formula	C7H4F2O3
Molecular Weight	174.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2,3-difluorobenzoic Acid; 2,3-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3-difluoro-4-hydroxy-; 2,3-Difluoro-4-hydroxy-benzoic acid; 175968-39-5; 2,3-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzoicacid; 4-Hydroxy-2,3-difluorobenzoicacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your applications.

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, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.