Description

5-Fluoro-2-Phenylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of fluorinated organic electronic materials for displays and lighting.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated phenyl groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and methodology development.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Phenylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	926219-69-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉FO₂
Molecular Weight	216.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-5-fluorobenzoic Acid; 5-Fluoro-2-phenylbenzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 5'-fluoro-; 5'-Fluoro[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Fluoro-2-biphenylcarboxylic Acid; 2-Biphenylcarboxylic acid, 5-fluoro-; 5-Fluoro[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-2-Phenylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent contamination.

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	< 20 ppm

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