Description

Methyl 2-Cyano-4-Fluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a cyano and a fluorine substituent, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can improve pesticidal activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and production of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel coupling reactions, heterocycle formation, and fluorochemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Cyano-4-Fluorobenzoate
CAS No.	127510-96-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	179.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-fluoro-2-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-cyano-4-fluoro-, methyl ester; 4-Fluoro-2-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-cyano-4-fluorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-Cyano-4-Fluorobenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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