Description

5-(3-Fluorophenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is a high-purity fluorinated keto acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce fluorophenyl and keto acid functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorophenyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and functional polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for fluorescent tags and molecular probes in diagnostic and biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental substrate for custom synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Fluorophenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid
CAS No.	845790-38-7
Molecular Formula	C11H11FO3
Molecular Weight	210.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-5-(3-fluorophenyl)pentanoic acid; 3-Fluorobenzoylbutyric Acid; 4-(3-Fluorobenzoyl)butyric Acid; 5-(3-Fluorobenzoyl)valeric Acid; γ-Oxo-3-fluorobenzenebutanoic Acid; 4-Carboxy-1-(3-fluorophenyl)-1-butanone; 1-(3-Fluorophenyl)-1,4-butanedione-4-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(3-Fluorophenyl)-5-Oxovaleric 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. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with all shipments, detailing batch-specific results. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Any individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.0%

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