Description

4-Chloro-3-Fluorophenylacetic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique halogenated structure enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated components for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for introducing the 4-chloro-3-fluorophenyl moiety into complex molecules in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3-Fluorophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	883500-51-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO2
Molecular Weight	188.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-3-fluorophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(4-Chloro-3-fluorophenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Chloro-3-fluoro-benzeneacetic Acid; 4-Chloro-3-fluorobenzeneacetic Acid; α-(4-Chloro-3-fluorophenyl)acetic Acid; NSC 883500-51-4; 883500-51-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3-Fluorophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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.