Description

2-Fluoro-3-(Methylthio)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and a methylthio substituent, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing and steric properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a specialized reagent in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-3-(Methylthio)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	252555-54-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2S
Molecular Weight	186.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylthio)-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-3-methylsulfanylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-3-(methylthio)-; 2-Fluoro-3-(methylmercapto)benzoic Acid; 2-Fluoro-m-tolylthioic acid; FMMBA (abbreviation); 252555-54-7 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Fluoro-3-(Methylthio)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your specific research or production requirements. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable, batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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