Description

Benzenecarbothioic Acid, 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy- is a specialized fluorinated thiobenzoic acid derivative that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its unique molecular architecture, combining a fluorine atom and a hydroxyl group on the aromatic ring, which is critical for modulating the electronic and steric properties of target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine moiety enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for introducing the thiobenzoate functional group into complex molecular frameworks.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenecarbothioic Acid, 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	705950-02-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5FO2S
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzenecarbothioic acid; 3-Fluoro-2-hydroxythiobenzoic acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-fluorobenzenecarbothioic acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-fluorothiobenzoic acid; (3-Fluoro-2-hydroxyphenyl)carbothioic acid; Thiobenzoic acid, 3-fluoro-2-hydroxy-; 705950-02-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenecarbothioic Acid, 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis workflows. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profile.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is easily oxidized, and prolonged exposure to air should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.