Description

2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Benzoic Acid is a key fluorinated aromatic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of advanced pharmaceutical agents and specialty chemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing a fluorinated benzophenone core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, altering thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	7649-92-5
Molecular Formula	C14H9FO3
Molecular Weight	244.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)benzoic acid; 4'-Fluoro-2-benzoylbenzoic acid; 2-(p-Fluorobenzoyl)benzoic acid; 2-Carboxybenzophenone, 4'-fluoro-; Benzoic acid, 2-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-; 4-Fluorobenzophenone-2-carboxylic acid; (4-Fluorophenyl)(2-carboxyphenyl)methanone; 2-Benzoyl-4-fluorobenzoic acid
EINECS	231-609-7

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	156 - 160 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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