Description

2,4-Difluoro-3-Hydroxybenzoicacid is a fluorinated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is particularly valuable for pharmaceutical chemists and agrochemical researchers seeking to introduce fluorine atoms and specific functional groups to modulate the biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties of target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of fluorinated drugs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoro-hydroxybenzoic acid scaffold contributes to efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: A monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, or specific optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic structures in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Material Science: Used in the development of advanced coatings, adhesives, and engineered materials requiring specific fluorine-based functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Difluoro-3-Hydroxybenzoicacid
CAS No.	91659-08-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4F2O3
Molecular Weight	174.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2,4-difluorobenzoic Acid; 2,4-Difluoro-3-hydroxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,4-difluoro-3-hydroxy-; 91659-08-4; 2,4-Difluoro-3-hydroxy-benzoic acid; 3-Hydroxy-2,4-difluorobenzoic acid; 2,4-Difluoro-3-hydroxybenzoic acid (ACI); 2,4-Difluoro-3-hydroxybenzoic acid (9CI)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Difluoro-3-Hydroxybenzoicacid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced chemical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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