Description

3-(3-Acetylphenyl)-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both acetyl and carboxylic acid functional groups on a fluorinated biphenyl core, makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices due to its aromatic and fluorinated structure.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine and aromatic carboxylic acid groups into specialty polymers, improving their thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Acetylphenyl)-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261991-51-8
Molecular Formula	C15H11FO3
Molecular Weight	258.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Fluoro-3'-acetyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid; 3'-Acetyl-4'-fluorobiphenyl-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-(3-Acetylphenyl)-4-fluorobenzoic Acid; 4-Fluoro-3'-(acetyl)biphenyl-3-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-fluoro-3'-acetyl-; 3-Acetyl-4'-fluorobiphenyl-3'-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(3-Acetylphenyl)-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 1.5%

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