Description

4-Fluoroheptanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated diethyl ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a fluorine atom on an aliphatic chain, makes it a valuable precursor for introducing fluorinated motifs, which can dramatically alter the physical, chemical, and biological properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key fluorinated synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing metabolic stability and modulating lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated monomers and polymers used in advanced display technologies and dielectric materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, condensations, and as a substrate for exploring new fluorination methodologies in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential use in synthesizing novel fluorinated aroma chemicals with unique stability and scent profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoroheptanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	951624-81-0
Molecular Formula	C11H19FO4
Molecular Weight	234.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 4-Fluoroheptanedioate; 4-Fluoropimelic Acid Diethyl Ester; Heptanedioic Acid, 4-Fluoro-, Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 4-Fluoropimelate; 4-Fluoro-pimelic acid diethyl ester; Ethyl 4-Fluoroheptanedioate; F-Diethyl Pimelate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoroheptanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to meet the exacting standards required for synthetic chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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