Description

2-(2-Fluorophenoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines a benzoic acid core with a fluorinated phenoxy substituent, enabling precise modifications in target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in advanced display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies in fluoroorganic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Fluorophenoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2795-61-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉FO₃
Molecular Weight	232.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Fluorophenoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(2-fluorophenoxy)-; o-(o-Fluorophenoxy)benzoic acid; 2-Fluorophenyl salicylate ether; Fluorophenoxybenzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 2'-fluoro-2-hydroxy- (tautomeric form); 2-Carboxy-2'-fluorodiphenyl ether
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Fluorophenoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and scale-up applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
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.