Description

4-(2-Fluoro-5-Methoxyphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and methoxy substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating compounds with tailored electronic and steric properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in kinase inhibitor and CNS drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like solubility, thermal stability, or refractive index to high-performance polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for medicinal chemistry, material science, and catalysis research in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Fluoro-5-Methoxyphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261896-38-1
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO3
Molecular Weight	246.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)phenyl]formic acid; 4'-(2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid; 2-Fluoro-5-methoxy-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)-; 4-(2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)benzenecarboxylic acid; 4-(2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)phenylcarboxylic acid; 4-(2-Fluoro-5-methoxyphenyl)benzoate (acid form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Fluoro-5-Methoxyphenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades and analytical packages are 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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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