Description

Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Fluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 2-chloro-6-fluorobenzoate moiety, a key structural motif in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for scale-up and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a halogenated benzoate scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloro-fluoro substitution pattern is biologically active.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a starting material for fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel fluorinated compounds.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of client-specific target molecules on various scales.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Fluorobenzoate
CAS No.	151360-57-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO2
Molecular Weight	188.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-6-fluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-6-fluoro-, methyl ester; 2-Chloro-6-fluorobenzoic acid, methyl ester; Methyl o-chloro-6-fluorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Fluorobenzoate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and comprehensive analytical testing is performed to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%

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