Description

2-Fluoro-4-Methoxycinnamic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated cinnamic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and methoxy substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating compounds with tailored electronic and steric properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting inflammation, cancer, and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds, contributing to improved performance in display technologies.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile intermediate in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-Methoxycinnamic Acid
CAS No.	682805-00-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9FO3
Molecular Weight	196.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(2-Fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid; 2-Fluoro-4-methoxycinnamic acid; trans-2-Fluoro-4-methoxycinnamic acid; (2E)-3-(2-Fluoro-4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 2-Fluoro-4-methoxycinnamate; 682805-00-1; 2-Fluoro-4-methoxycinnamicacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-Methoxycinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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