Description

2-Fluoro-4,6-Dichlorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which allows for selective reactivity and the introduction of specific functionalities into complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of molecules with fluorine-containing bioactive cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine and chlorine substituents enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and halogenated structure.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to the needs of biotechnology and fine chemical companies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4,6-Dichlorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	904285-09-2
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2FO2
Molecular Weight	209.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dichloro-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-4,6-dichloro-; 2-Fluoro-4,6-dichlorobenzoic acid; 904285-09-2; 4,6-Dichloro-2-fluoro-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-4,6-Dichlorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation due to moisture absorption.

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%
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.