Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Acetyl-2-Fluoro-, Ethyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines an acetyl group and a fluorine atom on the benzoate core, making it a versatile intermediate for introducing specific functionalities. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom and ester group are critical for activity and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic applications, including liquid crystal displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Custom Fine Chemical Production: Utilized by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring high-value fluorinated intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Acetyl-2-Fluoro-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	2385144-04-5
Molecular Formula	C11H11FO3
Molecular Weight	210.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Acetyl-2-fluorobenzoate; 2-Fluoro-4-acetylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Acetyl-2-fluorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-acetyl-2-fluoro-, ethyl ester; 2385144-04-5; Ethyl 2-fluoro-4-acetylbenzoate; 4-Acetyl-2-fluoro-benzoic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Acetyl-2-Fluoro-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profile. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can provide material to meet specific customer specifications upon request.

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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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