Description

4-{[(4-Fluorophenyl)Sulfanyl]Methyl}Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, specialized organic compound featuring a benzoic acid core substituted with a (4-fluorophenyl)thioether group. This unique structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and key building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorinated thioether moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or additives for advanced polymers and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme function or protein interactions in biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-{[(4-Fluorophenyl)Sulfanyl]Methyl}Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	767344-64-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2S
Molecular Weight	262.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Fluorophenylthio)methyl]benzoic acid; 4-[[(4-Fluorophenyl)sulfanyl]methyl]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[[(4-fluorophenyl)thio]methyl]-; p-[(p-Fluorophenylthio)methyl]benzoic acid; 4-(4-Fluorobenzylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; 4-[(4-Fluorobenzyl)thio]benzoic acid; 767344-64-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-{[(4-Fluorophenyl)Sulfanyl]Methyl}Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements for research or GMP-grade applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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