Description

2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-Phenylacetic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines phenyl and fluorophenyl moieties to impart specific electronic and steric properties to target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-Phenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	723-69-3
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Fluorophenyl)(phenyl)acetic Acid; α-Phenyl-4-fluorophenylacetic Acid; 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-phenylacetic Acid; 4-Fluorodiphenylacetic Acid; (±)-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-phenylacetic Acid; DL-2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-phenylacetic Acid; Flufenisal Impurity; Flufenisal Related Compound A
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-2-Phenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical R&D and production. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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