Description

2-Fluoropalmitic Acid is a fluorinated derivative of palmitic acid, a key saturated fatty acid. This strategic fluorination introduces unique physicochemical properties, making it a valuable building block for advanced research and specialty chemical synthesis. It is particularly relevant for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to modify compound lipophilicity, metabolic stability, or biological activity. The compound is identified by CAS number 89270-22-4.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in metabolic disease and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel fluorinated surfactants, adjuvants, or active ingredients to enhance product performance and environmental stability.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, especially those involving fatty acid metabolism, to investigate metabolic pathways.
• Material Science: Employed in the creation of fluorinated polymers or surface coatings to impart oil-repellency, low surface energy, and enhanced durability.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: Functions as a standard or internal reference in mass spectrometry-based analysis of complex lipid mixtures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in medicinal chemistry for the preparation of more complex fluorinated molecules via further derivatization of the carboxylic acid group.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoropalmitic Acid
CAS No.	89270-22-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁FO₂
Molecular Weight	274.42 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluorohexadecanoic Acid; Hexadecanoic acid, 2-fluoro-; α-Fluoropalmitic Acid; Palmitic acid, 2-fluoro-; 2-Fluoro-palmitic acid; 2-Fluoro C16:0; 2-Fluorohexadecylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoropalmitic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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