Description

Ethyl 3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated benzoate ester, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both fluorine and an ester group, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic compounds for electronic display and lighting applications.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, improving their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and nucleophilic substitutions in complex molecule construction.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic esters used in high-value fragrance compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	114312-57-1
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Fluoro-o-toluate; 3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Methyl-3-Fluorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-fluoro-2-methylbenzenecarboxylate; o-Toluic acid, 3-fluoro-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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