Description

Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Cyano-5-Fluorobenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester building block designed for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring halogen and nitrile substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for developing next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated benzoate core.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing substituent pattern.
• Chemical Library Development: Employed in high-throughput screening and combinatorial chemistry for creating diverse compound libraries for drug discovery.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring functionalized benzoate derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Cyano-5-Fluorobenzoate
CAS No.	220035-64-3
Molecular Formula	C9H4Cl2FNO2
Molecular Weight	248.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-3-cyano-5-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,4-dichloro-5-fluoro-3-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,4-dichloro-3-cyano-5-fluoro-, methyl ester; 3-Cyano-2,4-dichloro-5-fluorobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Cyano-5-Fluorobenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure consistency and reliability. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for our global clientele.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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%

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