Description

5-Fluoro-2-Nitrophenylacetic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a nitro group on a fluorinated benzene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Utilized in exploratory chemistry for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Nitrophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	29640-98-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNO4
Molecular Weight	199.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Fluoro-2-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; (5-Fluoro-2-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; 5-Fluoro-2-nitrobenzeneacetic Acid; 2-Nitro-5-fluorophenylacetic Acid; α-(5-Fluoro-2-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; 5-Fluoro-o-nitrophenylacetic Acid; 29640-98-0; 5-Fluoro-2-nitrophenyl acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-2-Nitrophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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