Description

4-(3-Fluoro-Phenyl)-4-Oxo-Butyric Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic keto acid building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a ketone and a carboxylic acid functional group on a fluorinated phenyl backbone, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated organic electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in display technologies.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic processes.
• Peptide Mimetics & Bio-conjugation: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling reactions to create fluorinated peptide analogs or for labeling biomolecules.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Fluoro-Phenyl)-4-Oxo-Butyric Acid
CAS No.	70631-88-8
Molecular Formula	C10H9FO3
Molecular Weight	196.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-4-(3-fluorophenyl)butanoic acid; 3-Fluorobenzoylpropionic Acid; 4-(3-Fluorobenzoyl)butyric Acid; γ-Oxo-3-fluorobenzenebutanoic Acid; 3-Fluorophenyl 3-carboxypropyl ketone; 70631-88-8; Butanoic acid, 4-oxo-4-(3-fluorophenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(3-Fluoro-Phenyl)-4-Oxo-Butyric Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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