Description

2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(8-Hydroxy-Octyloxy)-Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated benzoic acid derivative featuring a terminal hydroxyl group on an extended alkyl chain. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical advanced intermediate for synthesizing sophisticated materials and active compounds. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel products with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the fluorine atoms and functionalized chain confer specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal (LC) Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated liquid crystal monomers, essential for high-performance displays due to the compound's ability to influence dielectric anisotropy and phase stability.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty fluoropolymers with unique surface properties, chemical resistance, and low dielectric constants.
• Surface Active Agents: The hydrophilic hydroxyl and carboxylic acid groups combined with the fluorinated hydrophobic core make it a candidate for designing novel surfactants and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research settings, leveraging its multiple reactive sites.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(8-Hydroxy-Octyloxy)-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1017789-71-7
Molecular Formula	C15H16F4O4
Molecular Weight	336.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(8-Hydroxyoctyloxy)-2,3,5,6-tetrafluorobenzoic Acid; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(8-hydroxyoctoxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(8-hydroxyoctyloxy)-; Tetrafluorohydroxyoctyloxybenzoic Acid; TFHOB Acid; LC Intermediate 1017789-71-7; Fluorinated Benzoic Acid C8-OH Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-(8-Hydroxy-Octyloxy)-Benzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its acidic nature and sensitivity, keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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