Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)- is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block, distinguished by its unique trifluoromethoxy and fluorine substituents which impart enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability. This compound is critical for the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where precise electronic and steric properties are required. It serves as a key synthetic intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to innovate with fluorine chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology, CNS, and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the trifluoromethoxy group for improved bioactivity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to enhance the chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties of high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in organometallic catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-
CAS No.	1073477-22-1
Molecular Formula	C8H4F4O3
Molecular Weight	224.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic Acid; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-cresotic Acid; 2-Fluoro-4-trifluoromethoxybenzoic Acid; F-TFMBA; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 1073477-22-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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