Description

6-Chloro-2-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic acid chloride intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive benzoyl chloride group and strategically placed halogen substituents, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing complex drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides requiring specific halogenated aromatic structures.
• Ligand and Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands for catalysis or monomers for high-performance polymers.
• Custom Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke synthesis projects.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in academic and industrial R&D settings for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	261762-81-6
Molecular Formula	C9H5Cl2FO
Molecular Weight	223.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-6-chloro-2-fluorobenzoyl chloride; 2-Fluoro-6-chloro-3-methylbenzoyl chloride; 6-Chloro-2-fluoro-m-toluoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 6-chloro-2-fluoro-3-methyl-; 261762-81-6; 6-Chloro-2-fluoro-3-methyl-benzoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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