Description

Sodium 2-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity organic salt serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Used in research laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	1708942-18-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNaO2
Molecular Weight	176.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid sodium salt; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-3-methyl-, sodium salt; Sodium 2-fluoro-3-methylbenzoate; 3-Methyl-2-fluorobenzoic acid sodium salt; o-Fluoro-m-toluic acid sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and stored in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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