Description

Pentanedioic Acid, 3-Fluoro-2-Oxo- is a high-purity fluorinated oxo-dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a fluorine atom and a reactive oxo group, makes it a versatile intermediate for introducing fluorinated motifs into complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including protease inhibitors and kinase modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a precursor for complex fluorinated compounds in material science and specialty chemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies to investigate fluorination effects on biochemical pathways.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel fluorinated ligands for metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanedioic Acid, 3-Fluoro-2-Oxo-
CAS No.	99094-18-5
Molecular Formula	C5H5FO5
Molecular Weight	164.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-2-oxopentanedioic acid; 3-Fluoro-2-oxoglutaric acid; 2-Oxo-3-fluoroglutaric acid; 3-Fluoro-2-ketoglutaric acid; 3-Fluoro-2-oxopentanedioate; Fluoroxoglutaric acid; 99094-18-5 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our Pentanedioic Acid, 3-Fluoro-2-Oxo- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your project 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). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.