Description

2,3-Difluoro-4-Ethoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine atoms and the ethoxy group, which are essential for modulating the electronic and steric properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients, particularly in the development of new drugs and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in areas requiring fluorinated scaffolds for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoroethoxy moiety can improve target binding and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Custom Synthesis: Used by fine chemical manufacturers for the contract synthesis of complex, fluorinated molecules for various high-tech applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Difluoro-4-Ethoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	875664-49-6
Molecular Formula	C9H8F2O3
Molecular Weight	202.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluorobenzoic Acid; 2,3-Difluoro-4-ethoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3-difluoro-4-ethoxy-; 2,3-Difluoro-4-ethoxy-benzoic acid; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Difluoro-4-Ethoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and consistency for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect this light-sensitive material from moisture and atmospheric contaminants.

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.