Description

Methyl 4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester building block critical for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its precise halogenated structure, which serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

This specialized benzoate ester is a key synthetic intermediate with applications across several high-tech industries:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic cores for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chloro and fluoro substituents enhance compound stability and efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and coatings, where it can introduce specific functional groups to modify material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new reactions, catalytic processes, and material science.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex, halogenated dyes and pigments that require specific light-fastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	1192547-88-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClFO2
Molecular Weight	202.61 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-chloro-2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-2-fluoro-5-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Chloro-2-fluoro-5-methyl methyl benzoate; 2-Fluoro-4-chloro-5-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-4-chloro-5-methylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-Chloro-2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent composition suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality system is designed to meet the exacting standards of cGMP and ISO-guided environments for pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediates.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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