Description

3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a fluorine atom on the benzoic acid ring, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing fluorinated motifs into target molecules, which can significantly alter their physical, chemical, and biological properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential CNS agents and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorine atom enhances bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules in display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific characteristics like chemical resistance or altered solubility.
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of fluorinated ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) and new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	455-38-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5FO2
Molecular Weight	140.11 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Fluorobenzoic Acid; 3-Fluorobenzenecarboxylic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-; meta-Fluorobenzoic Acid; 3-FBA; F3BA; 3-Fluorodracylic Acid
EINECS	207-249-2

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results for parameters including assay, related substances, and residual solvents. Our quality commitment supports compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	122°C - 126°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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