Description

4-Fluorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile fluorinated aromatic ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 4-fluorophenylacetic acid moiety, a key structural feature in numerous high-value molecules. It is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where precise chemical intermediates are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules containing a fluorinated phenylacetic acid structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and hydrolysis reactions to construct more complex molecular architectures in R&D settings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic compounds for specialty chemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	587-88-2
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Fluorophenylacetate; Ethyl (4-Fluorophenyl)acetate; 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; p-Fluorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Fluorobenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 404082; FPAEE
EINECS	209-610-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.120 - 1.140

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