Description

3-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)Pentanedioic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic incorporation of fluorine atoms and a reactive diacid functionality, enabling precise molecular modifications for performance enhancement. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors developing next-generation active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the difluorophenyl group can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) used in catalysis and material science.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and weatherability.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences industry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in fluoroorganic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)Pentanedioic Acid
CAS No.	959246-68-5
Molecular Formula	C11H10F2O4
Molecular Weight	244.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluoro-β,β'-pentanedioic acid benzene; 3-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)glutaric acid; Glutaric acid, 3-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-; Pentanedioic acid, 3-(2,4-difluorophenyl)-; 2,4-Difluorophenylglutaric acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)Pentanedioic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards through rigorous in-process and final release testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood or with adequate local exhaust ventilation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.