Description

Methyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for introducing the 2,4-difluorophenyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and anti-infective applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern herbicides and fungicides, where the difluorobenzene unit contributes to biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a starting material for the production of fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers that require fluorinated aromatic components for specific thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and for preparing ligands in catalysis within academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate
CAS No.	106614-28-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight	172.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,4-difluoro-, methyl ester; 2,4-Difluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,4-difluorobenzoate; Methyl 2,4-difluorobenzenecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.