Description

3-Fluoro-4-n-Octyloxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of fluorinated liquid crystal intermediates. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced materials with specific optical and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry and research institutions developing novel ferroelectric and photonic materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Intermediates: A critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal molecules for high-performance LCDs, including TFT and STN displays.
• Ferroelectric Materials: Used in research and production of ferroelectric liquid crystals (FLCs) for fast-switching optical devices and memory applications.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex fluorinated aromatic compounds in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Photonic Polymers: Incorporated into polymer backbones to develop materials with tailored refractive indices for optical waveguides and coatings.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-property relationships in mesogenic and fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-n-Octyloxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	326-78-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₁FO₃
Molecular Weight	268.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Octyloxy)-3-fluorobenzoic Acid; 3-Fluoro-4-(octyloxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-(octyloxy)-; 3-Fluoro-4-n-octyloxybenzoic acid; 3-Fluoro-4-octyloxybenzoic acid; 4-n-Octyloxy-3-fluorobenzoic acid; p-Octyloxy-m-fluorobenzoic acid; FOA (abbreviation in LC research)
EINECS	206-322-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-n-Octyloxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for advanced material synthesis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to support GMP-aligned production for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's sensitivity to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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