Description

(4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is a versatile halogenated phenoxyacetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective modification, making it essential for creating complex molecules with targeted properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenoxyacetic acid backbone.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Building block for synthesizing monomers and functional polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and bio-conjugates for studying biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental substrate for custom synthesis projects requiring halogenated aromatic ether-acetic acid motifs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	451-90-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrFO3
Molecular Weight	249.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4-bromophenoxyacetic Acid; 4-Bromo-2-fluorophenoxyacetic Acid; (4-Bromo-2-fluorophenoxy)acetic Acid; Acetic acid, 2-(4-bromo-2-fluorophenoxy)-; 451-90-1; (p-Bromo-o-fluorophenoxy)acetic Acid; NSC 406579; 2-(4-Bromo-2-fluorophenoxy)acetic acid
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Quality Control

Our (4-Bromo-2-Fluoro-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are available 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. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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