Description

Methyl 4-(5-Fluoro-2-Methoxyphenyl)Benzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals, where its specific substitution pattern enables precise molecular design. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Development: Employed in creating charge-transporting or emissive layers for more efficient electronic devices.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorinated phenyl benzoate units into specialty polymers, altering their physical and chemical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 4-(5-Fluoro-2-Methoxyphenyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1355246-83-1
Molecular Formula	C15H13FO3
Molecular Weight	260.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 4-(5-fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(5-fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)benzoate; 4-(5-Fluoro-2-methoxyphenyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; 5-Fluoro-2-methoxy-4'-methoxycarbonylbiphenyl; Methyl 5-fluoro-2-methoxy-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(5-Fluoro-2-Methoxhenyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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