Description

4-Biphenyl-4'-Fluoro-Acetic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a biphenyl core substituted with a fluoro group and an acetic acid moiety. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is essential for research and production in pharmaceutical development, liquid crystal manufacturing, and organic electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in anti-inflammatory and oncology research.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated biphenyl-based liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Used in the creation of conjugated molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing advanced, fluorinated agrochemicals with enhanced biological activity and stability.
• Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for introducing biphenyl and carboxylic acid groups into specialty polymers to alter thermal and mechanical properties.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Biphenyl-4'-Fluoro-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	6908-38-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(4-Fluorophenyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; 4'-Fluoro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-acetic Acid; 4-(4-Fluorobiphenyl-4-yl)acetic Acid; p-Fluorobiphenyl-4-acetic Acid; 4-Biphenyl-4'-yl-fluoroacetic Acid; (4'-Fluoro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)acetic Acid; FBPAA; 4-(4'-Fluorobiphenyl-4-yl)ethanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Biphenyl-4'-Fluoro-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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