Description

2-Fluorophenoxyacetic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the phenoxyacetic acid scaffold modified with a fluorine atom, which is crucial for modulating the biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting inflammation or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators, where the fluorine atom enhances efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel fluorinated polymers and liquid crystals with unique thermal and optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing fluorinated analogs of bioactive molecules to study metabolic pathways and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluorophenoxyacetic Acid
CAS No.	348-10-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO3
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Fluorophenoxy)acetic Acid; O-(2-Fluorophenyl)glycolic Acid; 2-Fluorophenoxyethanoic Acid; NSC 404087; Acetic Acid, (2-Fluorophenoxy)-; Glycolic Acid, O-(2-Fluorophenyl)-; 2-Fluorophenoxy Acetic Acid
EINECS	206-488-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluorophenoxyacetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and provide full traceability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee consistent quality and reliable performance in your synthetic processes.

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, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are made of compatible materials.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.