Description

3-Fluoro-Oxo-Benzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile fluorinated aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a reactive carbonyl and ester functional group on a fluorinated benzene ring, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances bioavailability and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, condensations, and cyclizations to construct complex fluorinated heterocycles and aromatic systems.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control of related fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-Oxo-Benzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	185030-42-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7FO3
Molecular Weight	182.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(3-fluorobenzoyl)acetate; 2-(3-Fluorobenzoyl)acetic acid methyl ester; 3-Fluorobenzoylacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3-fluorobenzoyl)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(3-fluorobenzoyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-fluorobenzoylacetate; 185030-42-6; 3-Fluorobenzeneacetic acid, α-oxo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-Oxo-Benzeneacetic 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 identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and scale-up applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.