Description

Methyl-6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzolate is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated aromatic ester, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which provides versatile reactive sites for constructing complex molecules with precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for drug discovery and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of fluorinated and iodinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the fluorine and iodine substituents for enhanced bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in cross-coupling and other transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers where halogenated aromatics modify electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Used in research laboratories for methodological studies in halogenation chemistry and the construction of complex molecular scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzolate
CAS No.	1149379-04-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8FIO2
Molecular Weight	294.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzoate; 2-Methyl-6-Fluoro-3-Iodobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 6-fluoro-3-iodo-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-Methyl-6-fluoro-3-iodobenzoate; 3-Iodo-6-fluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl-6-Fluoro-3-Iodo-2-Methylbenzolate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed and stored in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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