Description

3-Ethyl-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing both fluorine and a carboxylic acid functional group into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The carboxylic acid group allows for easy derivatization, making it a versatile substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) and new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	847862-92-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2
Molecular Weight	168.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-ethylbenzoic Acid; 3-Ethyl-4-fluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-ethyl-4-fluoro-; 847862-92-4; 4-Fluoro-3-ethyl-benzoic acid; 3-Ethyl-4-fluoro-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-4-Fluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from 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%

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