Description

2-Fluoroacetic Acid is a versatile organofluorine building block characterized by its reactive carboxylic acid group and fluorine substituent. This compound is essential for introducing the fluoroacetate moiety into complex molecules, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is a critical raw material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to leverage fluorine chemistry for product enhancement.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fluorinated Material Production: Serves as a building block for creating specialty polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a metabolic probe and inhibitor in enzymatic and metabolic pathway studies.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various fluorination and derivatization reactions to create novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoroacetic Acid
CAS No.	9074-77-5
Molecular Formula	C2H3FO2
Molecular Weight	78.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Fluoroacetic Acid; Monofluoroacetic Acid; 2-Fluoroethanoic Acid; Fluoracetic Acid; FA; Glycolic Acid, 2-Fluoro-; NSC 8421; α-Fluoroacetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoroacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate secondary containment is recommended. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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