Description

3-Cyano-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique substitution pattern enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides.
• Precursor for liquid crystal materials and other electronic chemicals.
• Versatile starting material for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.
• Used in the development of fluorinated dyes and pigments.
• Intermediate for the preparation of complex ligands and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyano-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	219519-77-4
Molecular Formula	C8H4FNO2
Molecular Weight	165.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3-cyanobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-cyano-2-fluoro-; 3-Carboxy-2-fluorobenzonitrile; 2-Fluoro-3-carboxybenzonitrile; 219519-77-4; 3-Cyano-2-fluorobenzoic acid; 2-Fluoroisophthalonitrile-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyano-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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