Description

Methyl 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a methyl ester group flanked by fluorine atoms, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and other transformations to introduce the difluorohydroxybenzoate moiety into target molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	194938-88-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2O3
Molecular Weight	188.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Hydroxy-2,6-difluorobenzoate; 2,6-Difluoro-4-hydroxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2,6-difluoro-4-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,6-difluoro-4-hydroxybenzoate; 4-Hydroxy-2,6-difluorobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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