Description

1H-Imidazole-4-Propanoic Acid, 5-Fluoro- is a fluorinated derivative of imidazole propanoic acid, serving as a valuable fluorinated heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and developers seeking to introduce fluorine atoms into complex molecular architectures to modulate biological activity, metabolic stability, and physicochemical properties. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the research and development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology, neurology, and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental persistence.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Serves as a precursor for creating fluorescent tags or molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the synthesis of specialty polymers with unique electronic or surface properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, focusing on fluorination strategies and heterocycle functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole-4-Propanoic Acid, 5-Fluoro-
CAS No.	959243-70-0
Molecular Formula	C6H7FN2O2
Molecular Weight	158.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-1H-imidazole-4-propanoic acid; 5-Fluoro-1H-imidazole-4-propionic acid; 5-Fluoroimidazole-4-propanoic acid; 4-(2-Carboxyethyl)-5-fluoroimidazole; 5-Fluoro-4-(2-carboxyethyl)imidazole; 959243-70-0; 5-Fluoro-1H-imidazole-4-acetic acid, β-homo
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Imidazole-4-Propanoic Acid, 5-Fluoro- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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-compatible compound, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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