Description

5-Fluoro-2-(1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring both a benzoic acid and an imidazole moiety, makes it an essential intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating new molecules with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in oncology, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive imidazole ring.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other advanced materials requiring specific molecular recognition sites.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group allows for conjugation to biomolecules, making it useful for creating fluorescent probes or diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-(1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1096306-42-1
Molecular Formula	C10H7FN2O2
Molecular Weight	206.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid; 2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)-5-fluorobenzoic Acid; 5-Fluoro-2-(imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid; 1-(2-Carboxy-4-fluorophenyl)imidazole; Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-; 1096306-42-1
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Fluoro-2-(1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to verify identity and quantify purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We support cGMP-compliant manufacturing for advanced pharmaceutical applications.

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 the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.