Description

5-Amino-2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring strategically positioned amino, fluoro, and hydroxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic chemicals for display and lighting technologies.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for creating specialized, high-performance colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Employed in coordination chemistry to develop novel chelating agents and catalysts.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1566265-63-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6FNO3
Molecular Weight	171.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-5-amino-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-5-aminobenzoic Acid; 5-Amino-2-fluoro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-amino-2-fluoro-4-hydroxy-; 1566265-63-1
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Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.