Description

Methyl 4-[(2-Chloro-6-Fluorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzenecarboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable organic intermediate characterized by its benzyl-protected carboxylic acid ester and halogenated aromatic structure. This compound is essential for facilitating complex organic synthesis, particularly in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modifier: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties like solubility, thermal stability, or reactivity.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodology development, cross-coupling reactions, and creating compound libraries.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to its substituted benzene ring structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-[(2-Chloro-6-Fluorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzenecarboxylate
CAS No.	128982-50-3
Molecular Formula	C15H12ClFO3
Molecular Weight	294.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-[(2-Chloro-6-fluorobenzyl)oxy]benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-[(2-chloro-6-fluorophenyl)methoxy]-, methyl ester; Methyl p-[(2-chloro-6-fluorobenzyl)oxy]benzoate; 4-[(2-Chloro-6-fluorobenzyl)oxy]methyl benzoate; Methyl 4-((2-chloro-6-fluorobenzyl)oxy)benzoate; Methyl 4-(2-chloro-6-fluorobenzyloxy)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-[(2-Chloro-6-Fluorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzenecarboxylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and quantify purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our quality system is designed to support our customers' needs for regulatory filings and cGMP compliance where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.