Description

Methyl 2-Fluoro-5-Hydroxybenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a fluorine atom and a phenolic hydroxyl group on a benzoate ester scaffold, enabling precise modifications in target molecules. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine moiety enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent to introduce fluorine and phenolic groups into specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and etherifications to construct complex molecular frameworks.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Fluoro-5-Hydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	1084801-91-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO3
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-hydroxy-2-fluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-hydroxy-, methyl ester; 5-Hydroxy-2-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-5-hydroxybenzoate; 1084801-91-1; 2-Fluoro-5-methoxycarbonylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Fluoro-5-Hydroxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and supporting regulatory requirements for research and production.

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. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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