Description

2-(4-Fluoro-Benzyl)-Succinic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals, where the introduction of a fluorine atom can dramatically alter biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily needed by research and development teams, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries seeking to innovate new molecular entities. Its precise structure offers a versatile handle for further functionalization in complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Key synthetic intermediate in the research and production of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for the development of agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides.
• Precursor in the synthesis of advanced liquid crystal materials and electronic chemicals.
• Starting material for creating custom ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Intermediate in the preparation of fluorinated polymers with specialized properties.
• Reference standard for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluoro-Benzyl)-Succinic Acid
CAS No.	1268121-69-2
Molecular Formula	C11H11FO4
Molecular Weight	226.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Fluorophenyl)methyl]butanedioic acid; Succinic acid, 2-[(4-fluorophenyl)methyl]-; 2-(4-Fluorobenzyl)butanedioic acid; 4-Fluoro-α-(2-carboxyethyl)benzenepropanoic acid; 2-(4-Fluorobenzyl)succinate; 1268121-69-2; 2-(p-Fluorobenzyl)succinic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluoro-Benzyl)-Succinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from 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	≤ 20 ppm

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