Description

3,5-Difluoro-2-Methylbenzamide, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated benzamide derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing specific fluorine-substituted aromatic motifs, which are essential for modulating the physicochemical and biological properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the difluoro-methylbenzamide structure contributes to enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, where fluorine incorporation improves thermal stability and optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global life sciences market.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Difluoro-2-Methylbenzamide, 97%
CAS No.	1323966-37-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7F2NO
Molecular Weight	171.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3,5-difluorobenzamide; 3,5-Difluoro-2-methylbenzoic acid amide; 2-Methyl-3,5-difluorobenzoic acid amide; Benzamide, 3,5-difluoro-2-methyl-; 1323966-37-5; 3,5-Difluoro-o-toluamide; 3,5-Difluoro-2-methyl-benzamide
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Difluoro-2-Methylbenzamide, 97% is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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