Description

4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluorocinnamicacid is a specialized fluorinated cinnamic acid derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both ethoxy and difluoro substituents, makes it a critical building block for the development of advanced organic compounds. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to incorporate unique fluorinated motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorinated aromatic ring enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in advanced display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex, polyfunctional aromatic systems.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for introducing fluorine atoms into polymer backbones to alter thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of fluorescent tags and molecular probes for imaging and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluorocinnamicacid
CAS No.	1017779-66-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₀F₂O₃
Molecular Weight	228.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E)-3-(4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorophenyl)prop-2-enoic acid; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorocinnamic acid; 2,3-Difluoro-4-ethoxycinnamic acid; trans-4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorocinnamic acid; (E)-3-(4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorophenyl)acrylic acid; 1017779-66-6; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorobenzeneacrylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluorocinnamicacid is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and scale-up applications. Our standard grade meets high-purity requirements typical for advanced synthetic intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, is performed to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
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.