Description

Ethyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the difluorobenzoyl moiety, enabling the development of molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing difluorophenyl groups for improved drug properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystals used in advanced display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for introducing fluorinated aromatic structures in medicinal chemistry and material science projects.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for specialized fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate
CAS No.	108928-00-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	186.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,4-difluoro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2,4-difluorobenzenecarboxylate; 108928-00-3; EINECS (Contact for details)

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,4-Difluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (by GC/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.