Description

5-Fluoro-1,3-Benzodioxole-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzodioxole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which enables the introduction of both fluorine and the benzodioxole moiety into target molecules, thereby modulating their physicochemical and biological properties. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel fluorination chemistry and heterocyclic compound libraries.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid functionality allows for its use in constructing complex ligands for metal catalysis and molecular recognition.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-1,3-Benzodioxole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	492444-08-3
Molecular Formula	C8H5FO4
Molecular Weight	184.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluorobenzodioxole-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-5-fluoro-1,3-benzodioxole; 5-Fluoro-1,3-benzodioxole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Fluoro-4-carboxybenzo[d][1,3]dioxole; 492444-08-3; 5-Fluoro-benzo[1,3]dioxole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Fluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-ylcarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Fluoro-1,3-Benzodioxole-4-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality system is designed to support applications requiring high-purity intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions to prevent product degradation.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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