Description

Benzoic Acid=5-Fluoropentyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated organic ester with the CAS registry number 583-16-4. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a unique combination of a benzoate moiety and a fluorinated alkyl chain. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecules where fluorine introduction is critical for modulating biological activity, stability, or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing fluorine atoms to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluoropentyl group can improve lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor or modifying agent in the production of fluorinated components for electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to incorporate fluorine into polymer side chains, imparting desirable properties such as oil repellency, low surface energy, or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry for esterification reactions and as a protected or functionalized synthon in multi-step synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use in the research and development of novel aromatic esters with modified volatility and stability profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid=5-Fluoropentyl Ester
CAS No.	583-16-4
Molecular Formula	C12H15FO2
Molecular Weight	210.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoropentyl benzoate; Benzoic acid 5-fluoropentyl ester; Pentyl, 5-fluoro-, benzoate; 5-Fluoropentanol benzoate; 1-Fluoro-5-pentanol benzoate; 5-Fluoropentyl benzenecarboxylate; 583-16-4; EINECS 209-500-1
EINECS	209-500-1

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid=5-Fluoropentyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data for identity, purity, and impurities is available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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