Description

4-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid building block. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the stability imparted by the fluorine atoms.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated benzoic acid groups into polymer chains to alter thermal stability and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating specialized fluorinated compounds.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1179915-95-7
Molecular Formula	C13H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4'-(3-fluorophenyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid, 3'-fluoro-; 3'-Fluoro-2-fluoro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 2-fluoro-3'-fluoro-; 2,3'-Difluorobiphenyl-4-carboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Fluorophenyl)-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

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