Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-(Difluoromethoxy)-4-Nitro-, Methyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated aromatic ester, identified by CAS NO 1219014-86-4, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both difluoromethoxy and nitro substituents, makes it a critical building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily required by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the difluoromethoxy group can enhance biological activity and environmental profile.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile building block for constructing complex molecules in medicinal and process chemistry, enabling nitration and esterification reactions.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-(Difluoromethoxy)-4-Nitro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1219014-86-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7F2NO5
Molecular Weight	247.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(Difluoromethoxy)-4-nitrobenzoate; 4-Nitro-2-(difluoromethoxy)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-(Difluoromethoxy)-4-nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(difluoromethoxy)-4-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-nitro-2-(difluoromethoxy)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-(Difluoromethoxy)-4-Nitro-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound should be handled in accordance with good laboratory practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.