2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenoxy)propanoic acid CAS 1579-73-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.1579-73-3
Molecular FormulaC9H8BrFO3
Molecular Weight263.06 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenoxy)propanoic acid CAS 1579-73-3 chemical structure

Description

Compared with other compounds in its class, the molecular weight of 263.06 g/mol gives 2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenoxy)propanoic acid distinctive chromatographic separation conditions and mass-spectrometry parameter settings.

2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenoxy)propanoic acid (CAS 1579-73-3) is a high-purity analytical reference standard with the molecular formula C9H8BrFO3 and a molecular weight of 263.06 g/mol.

Owing to a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine/bromine substitution, an aromatic ring system, 2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenoxy)propanoic acid is typically off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. Its solid-state physicochemical attributes — including a molecular weight of 263.06 g/mol — guide the selection of appropriate sample preparation and analytical techniques. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

This reference standard is suitable for quantitative analysis on major chromatographic platforms including HPLC, GC, LC-MS/MS, and GC-MS, serving as an external calibration standard or a system suitability test reference material.

CATO manufactures 2-(2-Bromo-4-fluorophenoxy)propanoic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC9H8BrFO3
Molecular Weight263.06 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957
Halogen ContentF/Br-containing

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