Description

Potassium 2,3,4,5-Tetrafluorobenzoate is a high-purity, organofluorine building block and salt derivative of tetrafluorobenzoic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex fluorinated molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, leveraging fluorine's ability to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the introduction of fluorine atoms enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved electronic properties and device performance.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers and coatings to impart desirable characteristics such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, and low surface energy.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a stable, soluble carboxylate source in various coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions common in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new fluorination methodologies and creating novel fluorinated compounds for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 2,3,4,5-Tetrafluorobenzoate
CAS No.	1562541-14-3
Molecular Formula	C7HF4KO2
Molecular Weight	232.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,5-Tetrafluorobenzoic Acid Potassium Salt; Benzoic acid, 2,3,4,5-tetrafluoro-, potassium salt; Potassium 2,3,4,5-tetrafluorobenzoate; Potassium Perfluorobenzoate (specific isomer); PFBA-K (abbreviation); K+TetraFBz; Potassium Tetrafluorobenzoate
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Quality Control

Our Potassium 2,3,4,5-Tetrafluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	Reported on COA

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