Description

3-Chloro-2-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of halogen and methoxy substituents, which enable precise molecular modifications for developing novel compounds. This intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients with targeted properties.

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 development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of advanced materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new reactions and catalytic processes involving fluorinated aromatics.
• Custom Synthesis: Used by fine chemical manufacturers for the contract synthesis of complex, specialty molecules for various high-tech applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1554885-43-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClFO3
Molecular Weight	204.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-fluoro-4-methoxybenzoic acid; 2-Fluoro-3-chloro-4-methoxybenzoic acid; 4-Methoxy-3-chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-2-fluoro-4-methoxy-; 1554885-43-6; 3-Chloro-2-fluoro-4-methoxy-benzoic acid; 2-Fluoro-3-chloro-4-methoxy-benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-2-Fluoro-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specification parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulatory filings.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation from moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 1.5%

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