Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-5-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-, Methylester is a fluorinated benzoate derivative, a high-value specialty chemical building block prized for its unique substitution pattern. This compound is critical for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules during advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated aromatic moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the synthesis of organic electronic materials due to its potential for modifying electronic properties.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored characteristics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and fluorination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-5-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-, Methylester
CAS No.	1378655-77-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO3
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-5-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-5-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate; 4-Methyl-5-hydroxy-2-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; 2-Fluoro-4-methyl-5-methoxycarbonylphenol; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-hydroxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl (2-fluoro-5-hydroxy-4-methylphenyl)formate
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 2-Fluoro-5-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-, Methylester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, to confirm identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment. We support cGMP-compliant manufacturing for advanced applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to potential moisture sensitivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 99.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 1.0%
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.