Description

2-(2-Fluoro-Phenyl)-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated organic ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 2-fluorophenyl moiety, a structural motif known to enhance the biological activity and metabolic stability of target molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and production of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules containing a fluorinated aromatic system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can improve lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic and display applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A versatile reagent for coupling reactions and as a substrate for studying fluorination effects on reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of client-specific, complex organic molecules under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Fluoro-Phenyl)-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	191351-61-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(2-fluorophenyl)propionate; 2-Fluoro-α-methylbenzenepropanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-(2-fluorophenyl)propanoate; 2-(2-Fluorophenyl)propionic acid methyl ester; α-Methyl-2-fluorobenzenepropanoic acid methyl ester; 2-Fluoro-α-methylphenylpropionic acid methyl ester; Methyl (2-fluorophenyl)propionate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Fluoro-Phenyl)-Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, GC, and NMR.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.