Description

4-Fluoro-5-Methyl-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring fluorine, nitro, and ester functional groups, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, leveraging the nitro group for color development.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, reductions, and other transformations to create diverse libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-5-Methyl-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1437780-12-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8FNO4
Molecular Weight	213.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Fluoro-5-Methyl-2-Nitrobenzoate; 2-Nitro-4-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-5-methyl-2-nitro-, methyl ester; 4-Fluoro-5-methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-fluoro-5-methyl-2-nitrobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Fluoro-5-Methyl-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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