Description

5-Fluoro-3-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and a trifluoromethylphenyl group, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel compounds with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used to develop novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating fluorinated aromatic cores used in advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific characteristics such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered solubility.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating complex molecular architectures in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Advanced Material Science: Used in the development of specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and performance additives where fluorination is beneficial.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-3-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261772-10-4
Molecular Formula	C14H8F4O2
Molecular Weight	284.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Trifluoromethyl-5-fluorobiphenyl-3-carboxylic Acid; 5-Fluoro-3'-(trifluoromethyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 5-fluoro-3'-(trifluoromethyl)-; 5-Fluoro-3-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)benzoic acid; 5-Fluoro-3-(α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl)benzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-3-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced material research.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.