Description

3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of fluorinated drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity, metabolic stability, and environmental selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic cores used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) to improve electronic properties and stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and unique surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new reactions, catalytic processes, and the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of fluorinated compounds.
• Fluorinated Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized dyes and pigments that require fluorinated benzoic acid derivatives for color fastness and unique optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1214340-35-8
Molecular Formula	C13H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-(2-fluorophenyl)benzoic Acid; 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-fluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-3-(2-fluorophenyl)-; 2-Fluoro-4'-fluorobiphenyl-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-fluorobenzoic acid (CAS 1214340-35-8); 4-Fluoro-3-(o-fluorophenyl)benzoic Acid; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 2-fluoro-4'-fluoro-; 1214340-35-8
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

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