Description

Sodium 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzoate is a high-purity, organofluorine building block essential for advanced synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the life sciences and fine chemical sectors for introducing pentafluorophenyl groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the pentafluorophenyl moiety enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated compounds for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine atoms into polymer chains, improving chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties of specialty plastics and coatings.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Used to synthesize sophisticated ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions in fine chemical production.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and creating novel fluorinated compounds for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzoate
CAS No.	4830-57-3
Molecular Formula	C7HF5NaO2
Molecular Weight	226.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Pentafluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-, sodium salt; Pentafluorobenzoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzenecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available for every shipment upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤2.0%
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm

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