Description

2-Fluoro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing nitro group and a fluorine atom ortho to the carboxylic acid, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides that benefit from fluorinated aromatic cores.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter thermal stability, chemical resistance, or optical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and pigments for high-performance applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	7304-32-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNO4
Molecular Weight	185.11 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-fluorobenzoic acid; 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-nitro-; 7304-32-7; 2-F-5-NBA; 2-Fluoro-5-nitro-benzoic acid; 5-Nitro-2-fluoro-benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and research purposes.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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