Description

Methyl 2-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and fluoro substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic applications, including liquid crystal displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and ester hydrolysis/transformation reactions to access a wide range of benzoic acid derivatives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways involving fluorinated aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	128272-26-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO3
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-4-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-4-methoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-4-methoxy-, methyl ester; 4-Methoxy-2-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-methoxy-2-fluorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency to meet the stringent requirements of research and production applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profile data is supplied with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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