Description

5-Fluoro-4-Oxopentanoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated keto acid building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive ketone and a carboxylic acid functional group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes for the preparation of complex heterocycles, chiral compounds, and other specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated polymers or ligands with specific electronic or surface properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in research for creating fluorinated probes or linkers used in chemical biology and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-4-Oxopentanoic Acid
CAS No.	76385-49-4
Molecular Formula	C5H7FO3
Molecular Weight	134.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-5-fluoropentanoic acid; 5-Fluoro-4-oxopentanoate; 5-Fluoro-4-oxovaleric acid; 4-Keto-5-fluoropentanoic acid; 5-Fluoro-4-oxo-pentanoic acid; 5-Fluoro-4-oxopentanoic acid; 5-Fluoro-4-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 76385-49-4)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-4-Oxopentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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