Description

5-Chloro-2-Fluorophenylacetic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive carboxylic acid group and a halogenated aromatic ring, making it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for anti-inflammatory and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new coupling reactions and creating specialized ligand libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fluorinated fine chemicals and specialty additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Fluorophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	261762-97-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO2
Molecular Weight	188.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(5-Chloro-2-fluorophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(5-Chloro-2-fluorophenyl)acetic Acid; 5-Chloro-2-fluorobenzeneacetic Acid; 261762-97-4; 5-Chloro-2-fluoro-α-toluic Acid; 2-Fluoro-5-chlorophenylacetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Fluorophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	105 - 110 °C
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.