Description

2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,2-Difluoroacetic Acid CAS NO 1341322-71-1 is a high-purity, specialized fluorinated aromatic acid building block. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both difluoroacetic and dimethylphenyl moieties, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or specialty coatings that require fluorinated aromatic components.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures, including heterocycles and fluorinated analogs of natural products.
• Chemical Intermediate for Fine Chemicals: Utilized in the production of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,2-Difluoroacetic Acid
CAS No.	1341322-71-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10F2O2
Molecular Weight	200.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Difluoro-2-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)acetic Acid; α,α-Difluoro-2,4-dimethylphenylacetic Acid; 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,2-difluoroethanoic Acid; 2,4-Dimethyl-α,α-difluorophenylacetic Acid; (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)difluoroacetic Acid; DFMPAA; 1341322-71-1
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,2-Difluoroacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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