Description

4-Benzyloxy-2,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both a benzyl-protecting group and fluorine atoms, making it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluorobenzene moiety can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify electronic properties and intermolecular interactions.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with specific thermal, chemical, or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel fluorination reactions and protecting group strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzyloxy-2,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	335140-79-9
Molecular Formula	C14H10F2O3
Molecular Weight	264.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-4-(phenylmethoxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,6-difluoro-4-(phenylmethoxy)-; 4-(Benzyloxy)-2,6-difluorobenzoic Acid; 2,6-Difluoro-4-benzyloxybenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Benzyloxy-2,6-Difluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.