Description

Methyl 2-Fluoroacrylate is a versatile fluorinated acrylic ester monomer, a key building block for introducing fluorine functionality into advanced polymers. Its primary value lies in imparting enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and unique surface properties to the resulting materials. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where its reactivity and fluorine content are leveraged to create high-performance products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A critical synthon for the introduction of fluorine atoms into active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine moiety improves efficacy and environmental persistence.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Serves as a co-monomer for creating fluorinated acrylic polymers and copolymers with superior oil, water, and chemical resistance.
• Surface Modifiers & Coatings: Imparts low surface energy and release properties in coatings, paints, and surface treatment agents.
• Adhesive Formulations: Enhances the performance and durability of industrial and specialty adhesives.
• Material Science R&D: A valuable reagent for developing novel fluorinated materials with tailored optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Fluoroacrylate
CAS No.	2343-89-7
Molecular Formula	C4H5FO2
Molecular Weight	104.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoroacrylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Fluoroacrylate; 2-Fluoropropenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Fluoroprop-2-enoate; 2-Fluoro-2-propenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (2-fluoro)acrylate; Methyl fluoroacrylate; 2343-89-7
EINECS	219-051-4

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Fluoroacrylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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