Description

3-Fluoro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block, essential for synthesizing complex organic molecules. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the electron-withdrawing nitro and carboxylic acid groups, which facilitate a range of substitution and coupling reactions. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with tailored electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1000339-51-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNO4
Molecular Weight	185.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3-fluorobenzoic acid; 3-Fluoro-2-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-2-nitro-; 1000339-51-4; 3-Fluoro-2-nitro-benzoic acid; 3-Fluoro-2-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS 1000339-51-4); 3-Fluoro-2-nitro-benzoic acid (CAS 1000339-51-4)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-2-Nitrobenzoic 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 critical quality attributes to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing 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.