Description

2-Fluoro-4-n-Nonyloxybenzoic Acid is a specialized fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its value lies in the unique combination of the fluorine atom and the long alkyl chain, which imparts specific electronic and steric properties to target compounds. This makes it particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries, where precise molecular modification is required for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting specific receptors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the fluorine moiety enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component or side-chain precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate for creating organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials used in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on fluoroorganic chemistry and material science.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated to modify polymer properties such as solubility, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-n-Nonyloxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	203066-97-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₃FO₃
Molecular Weight	282.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Nonyloxy)-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-4-nonyloxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-4-(nonyloxy)-; 4-Nonyloxy-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-4-(nonyloxy)benzoic Acid; 4-n-Nonyloxy-2-fluorobenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-n-Nonyloxybenzoic Acid is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters for your compliance and traceability needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.