Description

3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-5-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its precise molecular structure, which serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and drug-target interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-5-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1214386-75-0
Molecular Formula	C13H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-3-(2-fluorophenyl)benzoic Acid; 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-5-fluorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(2-fluorophenyl)-5-fluoro-; 2-Fluoro-5'-(carboxy)-1,1'-biphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 2'-fluoro-5-carboxy- (related structure)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(2-Fluorophenyl)-5-Fluorobenzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the exacting standards required for research and scale-up activities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.