Description

2-Fluoro-4-(Pentafluorosulfur)Cinnamic Acid is a high-value fluorinated building block characterized by its unique combination of a cinnamic acid backbone with fluorine and pentafluorosulfur substituents. This compound matters for its role in facilitating the synthesis of complex molecules with enhanced electronic properties and metabolic stability. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine and sulfur moieties contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds due to its electronic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific characteristics like oil-repellency or altered refractive index.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of tagged molecules for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Advanced Material Development: Acts as a building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-(Pentafluorosulfur)Cinnamic Acid
CAS No.	1240261-78-2
Molecular Formula	C9H4F6O2S
Molecular Weight	290.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-[2-Fluoro-4-(pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)phenyl]prop-2-enoic acid; 2-Fluoro-4-(SF5)cinnamic acid; 4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)-2-fluorocinnamic acid; (2E)-3-[2-Fluoro-4-(pentafluorosulfanyl)phenyl]acrylic acid; SF5-substituted fluorocinnamic acid; 1240261-78-2; Pentafluorosulfanyl cinnamic acid derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-(Pentafluorosulfur)Cinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.