Description

5-Fluoro-3-(4-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and a biaryl linkage, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating compounds with tailored electronic and steric properties. This product is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core component for synthesizing advanced electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and specific optical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to construct complex polyaromatic structures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of fluorescent dyes and molecular probes for biochemical sensing and imaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-3-(4-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261978-89-5
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Methylphenyl)-5-fluorobenzoic Acid; 5-Fluoro-3-(p-tolyl)benzoic Acid; 5-Fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid, 4'-Methyl-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 5-fluoro-4'-methyl-; 4'-Methyl-5-fluoro[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid; Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-3-(4-methylphenyl)-; 5-Fluoro-3-(4-methylphenyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-3-(4-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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