Description

2-(2-Chloro-4-Fluorophenoxy)-2-Phenylacetic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically versatile aryloxyacetic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators leveraging its phenoxyacetic acid core structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and performance materials.
• Academic Research: Serves as a reference standard and starting material in university and institutional laboratories for organic synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chloro-4-Fluorophenoxy)-2-Phenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	1082401-01-1
Molecular Formula	C14H10ClFO3
Molecular Weight	280.68 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(2-Chloro-4-fluorophenoxy)benzeneacetic Acid; 2-Phenyl-2-(2-chloro-4-fluorophenoxy)acetic Acid; (2-Chloro-4-fluorophenoxy)(phenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(2-Chloro-4-fluorophenoxy)-2-phenylacetic acid; Benzeneacetic acid, α-(2-chloro-4-fluorophenoxy)-; CAS 1082401-01-1
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Chloro-4-Fluorophenoxy)-2-Phenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
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.