Description

4-Cyano-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique substitution pattern enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine and nitrile groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the synthesis of electron-transport or emissive layer materials for high-efficiency displays.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier for introducing fluorinated aromatic units into specialty polymers to alter thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create diverse biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyano-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	175596-01-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	179.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-cyano-2-fluorobenzoate; 2-Fluoro-4-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-4-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-cyano-2-fluoro-, methyl ester; 4-Cyano-2-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; 175596-01-7; Methyl 4-cyanoterephthalate (incorrect but common search variant)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyano-2-Fluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

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	≤ 10 ppm

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