Description

2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic compound serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This intermediate is critical for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals due to its unique structural motif. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the fluorophenoxy moiety for enhanced biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine and aromatic ether groups into polymer chains, altering thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in developing new fluorination methodologies and complex molecule construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2795-63-3
Molecular Formula	C13H9FO3
Molecular Weight	232.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(p-Fluorophenoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(4-fluorophenoxy)-; 4-Fluorophenyl 2-carboxyphenyl ether; 2-Carboxyphenyl 4-fluorophenyl ether; o-(4-Fluorophenoxy)benzoic acid; 2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)benzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 4'-fluoro-4-oxy- (related structure); (2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)phenyl)methanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluorophenoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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