Description

3-Fluoro-4-Methylcinnamic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated cinnamic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the fluorine and methyl substituents on the aromatic ring, enabling precise structural modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce fluorine into polymers, improving chemical resistance and surface properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the creation of fluorescent tags and molecular probes for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and fluorination reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-4-Methylcinnamic Acid
CAS No.	694511-55-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9FO2
Molecular Weight	180.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(3-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)acrylic acid; 3-Fluoro-4-methyl-trans-cinnamic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(3-fluoro-4-methylphenyl)-, (2E)-; 3-Fluoro-4-methylcinnamate; 3-Fluoro-p-tolylacrylic acid; 4-Methyl-3-fluorocinnamic acid; (E)-3-(3-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)-2-propenoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-4-Methylcinnamic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.