Description

3-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where the fluorine and methoxy substituents impart desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated monomers used in the manufacture of high-performance electronic display materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a starting material for preparing more complex fluorinated benzoic acid derivatives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) in fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	106428-05-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO3
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3-fluorobenzoic Acid; 3-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid; 3-Fluoro-o-anisic acid; 2-Methoxy-3-fluorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-2-methoxy-; 3-Fluoro-2-methoxy-benzoic acid; 106428-05-1 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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