Description

2-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which introduces both steric and electronic effects critical for modulating the properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, where the fluorine and nitro groups contribute to biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers and liquid crystals, where its aromatic core and functional groups help fine-tune material properties.
• Chemical Biology: Useful as a probe or tagging molecule in bio-conjugation and the study of biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1519287-58-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNO4
Molecular Weight	199.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid; 3-Methyl-5-nitro-2-fluorobenzoic acid; 2-Fluoro-3-methyl-5-nitro-benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-3-methyl-5-nitro-; 1519287-58-1; FC-03-M-05-NBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and development projects. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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