Description

3-Chloro-4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable organic intermediate. This compound is critical for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and crop protection industries for constructing complex molecules with specific biological activity.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the difluoromethoxy and chloro substituents for enhanced bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in scaffolds requiring halogenated aromatic systems.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate in organic synthesis for introducing the 3-chloro-4-(difluoromethoxy)phenyl moiety into larger molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers or advanced materials where specific fluorine-containing aromatic units are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1040723-84-9
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClF2O3
Molecular Weight	236.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-chloro-4-(difluoromethoxy)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-(difluoromethoxy)-, methyl ester; 3-Chloro-4-difluoromethoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-chloro-4-difluoromethoxybenzoate; 1040723-84-9; 3-Chloro-4-(difluoromethoxy)methyl benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-(Difluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%

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