Description

8-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated organic acid derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for its role in creating complex molecules with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the difluorophenyl moiety for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, altering material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a specialized reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex carbon chains with specific functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions and creating novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	898766-31-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆F₂O₃
Molecular Weight	270.27 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-8-(2,4-difluorophenyl)octanoic acid; 2,4-Difluoro-ω-oxobenzeneoctanoic acid; Octanoic acid, 8-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-8-oxo-; 8-(2,4-Difluorobenzoyl)octanoic acid; ω-Oxo-2,4-difluorobenzeneoctanoic acid; DFPOA; 898766-31-9 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

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, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

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	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.