Description

Dodecanoic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester is a fluorinated derivative of lauric acid, offering unique chemical properties for advanced synthesis. This specialty ester is valued for its ability to introduce both lipophilic and fluorinated motifs into target molecules, enhancing their performance characteristics. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where the fluorine atom can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a fluorinated component in the development of advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Surface Active Agents: Employed in the research and production of specialty fluorosurfactants and coatings with low surface energy.
• Polymer Modification: Used to incorporate fluorine into polymer backbones or side chains to alter material properties like chemical resistance, hydrophobicity, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for introducing the 2-fluoroethoxycarbonyl group in complex molecule construction for various R&D applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecanoic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester
CAS No.	2838-71-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₇FO₂
Molecular Weight	246.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoroethyl Dodecanoate; 2-Fluoroethyl Laurate; Lauric Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-fluoro-, 1-dodecanoate; 1-Dodecanoic acid, 2-fluoroethyl ester; Fluoroethyl laurate; 2-Fluoroethanol laurate ester
EINECS	220-619-7

Quality Control

Our Dodecanoic Acid 2-Fluoroethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for industrial and research use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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