Description

4-Fluoro-3-(3-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines a fluorine atom and a substituted phenyl ring to impart specific electronic and steric properties for creating novel compounds. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially in kinase inhibitor and anti-inflammatory agent synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and other components in OLEDs and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships and developing novel fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Custom Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) producing specialized fine chemicals for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-(3-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261928-43-1
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-fluoro-; 4-Fluoro-3-(3-methylphenyl)benzoic acid; 4'-Fluoro-3'-methylbiphenyl-4-carboxylic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-fluoro-3'-methyl-; 3-(3-Methylphenyl)-4-fluorobenzoic Acid; 4-Fluoro-3-(m-tolyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Fluoro-3-(3-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific client or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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%
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.