Description

2-[(3-Fluorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity synthetic intermediate featuring a fluorinated benzylthioether moiety attached to a benzoic acid core. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides that require fluorinated bioactive components.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials due to its conjugated system.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical raw material for custom synthesis houses producing bespoke chemicals for client-specific projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(3-Fluorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	385383-44-8
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2S
Molecular Weight	262.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(3-Fluorobenzyl)thio]benzoic acid; 2-((3-Fluorobenzyl)thio)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-[(3-fluorophenyl)methyl]thio]-; [385383-44-8]; 2-(3-Fluorobenzylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; 2-[(3-Fluorobenzyl)sulfanyl]benzoic acid; 2-[(3-Fluorobenzyl)mercapto]benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-[(3-Fluorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is 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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Assay	97.0% - 102.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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