Description

Potassium Fluoroacetate is a highly reactive organofluorine compound with significant utility in specialized chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile building block for introducing the fluoroacetate moiety into target molecules, a key step in the development of pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, agrochemical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers engaged in fluorination chemistry. The compound is commercially available under strict quality control to ensure consistency for sensitive applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and study of novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the -OCOCH2F group in organic and organometallic chemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic studies as a tool compound due to its mechanism of action as a metabolic poison.
• Material Science: Investigated for the preparation of specialty polymers and surface-modifying agents containing fluorine.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Fluoroacetate
CAS No.	23745-86-0
Molecular Formula	C2H2FKO2
Molecular Weight	116.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Fluoroacetic acid potassium salt; Potassium monofluoroacetate; Monofluoroacetic acid potassium salt; 2-Fluoroacetic acid potassium salt; Potassium 2-fluoroacetate; FAK; KFA
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Fluoroacetate is manufactured under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent purity and identity criteria. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable performance in critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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