Description

4,5-Difluoro-2-Methoxycinnamic Acid is a fluorinated cinnamic acid derivative characterized by its unique methoxy and difluoro substitution pattern. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block for synthesizing complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a core structure for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system and fluorine substitution.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Employed in creating fluorescent tags and molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering their physical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent in organic chemistry research for studying structure-activity relationships and novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Difluoro-2-Methoxycinnamic Acid
CAS No.	886499-69-0
Molecular Formula	C10H8F2O3
Molecular Weight	214.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E)-3-(4,5-Difluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid; 4,5-Difluoro-2-methoxycinnamate; trans-4,5-Difluoro-2-methoxycinnamic Acid; (E)-3-(4,5-Difluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; 2-Methoxy-4,5-difluorocinnamic Acid; 4,5-DF-2-MOCA; 886499-69-0 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Difluoro-2-Methoxycinnamic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.