Description

Ethyl 3-Ethyl-4-Fluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing specific fluorinated aromatic motifs into target molecules, which can significantly alter their physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon for constructing fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for advanced display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of semiconductors and charge-transport materials for OLEDs and other devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for method development and exploring new fluorination pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied as a specified intermediate for custom synthesis projects requiring precise fluorinated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Ethyl-4-Fluorobenzoate
CAS No.	1112179-00-6
Molecular Formula	C11H13FO2
Molecular Weight	196.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-4-fluorobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-ethyl-4-fluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-ethyl-4-fluoro-, ethyl ester; 4-Fluoro-3-ethylbenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-fluoro-3-ethylbenzoate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 3-Ethyl-4-Fluorobenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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