Description

2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block of significant commercial and research interest. Its unique structure, featuring fluorine atoms and a methoxy group, makes it a versatile intermediate for synthesizing advanced molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients, as well as by material scientists for creating specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component for manufacturing high-performance liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier for engineering plastics and specialty polymers to improve chemical resistance and thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic compounds via coupling and derivatization reactions.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic semiconductors, photovoltaic materials, and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	123843-65-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O3
Molecular Weight	188.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2,6-difluorobenzoic Acid; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2,6-difluoro-4-methoxy-; 2,6-Difluoro-p-anisic acid; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methoxy-benzoic acid; 4-Methoxy-2,6-difluoro-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced material applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

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

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