Description

5-Fluoro-2-Methylcinnamic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated cinnamic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic incorporation of fluorine and the cinnamic acid scaffold, which are pivotal for modulating the biological activity and physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for creating novel active ingredients and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting inflammation, oncology, and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated organic electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in display and lighting technologies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of fluorescent tags and molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme activity.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into specialty polymers, enhancing their thermal and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Methylcinnamic Acid
CAS No.	773129-47-8
Molecular Formula	C10H9FO2
Molecular Weight	180.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(5-Fluoro-2-methylphenyl)acrylic acid; 3-(5-Fluoro-2-methylphenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 5-Fluoro-2-methyl-trans-cinnamic acid; 2-Methyl-5-fluorocinnamic acid; 5-Fluoro-o-methylcinnamic acid; FA-2-MCA (abbrev.); 5F2MCA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-2-Methylcinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.