Description

4-Fluoro-3-isopropoxybenzoic acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines fluorine and an isopropoxy group to impart specific electronic and steric properties for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in kinase inhibitor and anti-inflammatory drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier for introducing fluorine and aromatic functionality into specialty polymers and coatings.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-isopropoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	869990-49-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO3
Molecular Weight	198.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropoxy-4-fluorobenzoic Acid; 4-Fluoro-3-(1-methylethoxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-3-(1-methylethoxy)-; 4-Fluoro-3-isopropoxy-benzoic acid; 869990-49-8; 4-Fluoro-3-propan-2-yloxybenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Fluoro-3-isopropoxybenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.