Description

4-(3-Fluoro-4-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique aromatic substitution pattern, which imparts specific electronic and steric properties to target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated biphenyl-like scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships and developing novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Fluoro-4-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	885964-38-5
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(3-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)phenyl]formic acid; 4'-Fluoro-3'-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid; 4-(3-Fluoro-4-methylphenyl)benzoic acid; 3'-Fluoro-4'-methylbiphenyl-4-carboxylic acid; Biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid, 3'-fluoro-4'-methyl-; 4-Carboxy-3'-fluoro-4'-methylbiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Fluoro-4-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated industries.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.