Description

5-Fluoro-3-(2-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals, where its unique substitution pattern enables precise molecular design. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific fluorinated biphenyl motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine atom for enhanced bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where the fluorinated aromatic core modifies physical properties.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or linker molecule in the development of biochemical tools and diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-3-(2-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261914-25-3
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Methylphenyl)-5-fluorobenzoic Acid; 5-Fluoro-3-(o-tolyl)benzoic Acid; 2'-Methyl-5-fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 5-fluoro-2'-methyl-; 5-Fluoro-3-(2-methylphenyl)benzoic acid; 1261914-25-3; 5-Fluoro-3-(o-methylphenyl)benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-3-(2-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with stringent industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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