Description

4-Fluoro-α-Methyl-Benzenepropanic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing both fluorine and a carboxylic acid functional group into target molecules, enabling the fine-tuning of physicochemical properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of fluorinated drug candidates, potentially for CNS, anti-inflammatory, or metabolic disease applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with unique thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated molecules and studying new catalytic methodologies.
• Fluorinated Surfactant or Additive: Potential use in formulating high-performance surface-active agents or specialty additives for various industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-α-Methyl-Benzenepropanic Acid
CAS No.	22138-73-4
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Fluorophenyl)butyric Acid; α-Methyl-4-fluorohydrocinnamic Acid; 4-Fluoro-α-methylbenzenepropanoic Acid; (RS)-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)butanoic Acid; (±)-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)butyric Acid; p-Fluoro-α-methylhydrocinnamic Acid; 2-(p-Fluorophenyl)butyric Acid; Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-fluoro-α-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-α-Methyl-Benzenepropanic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and traceability.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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