Description

Benzene, 2,3-Difluoro-1-Methoxy-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern, featuring methoxy and methyl groups adjacent to fluorine atoms, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic cores for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the introduction of fluorine atoms can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials with tailored electronic or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in fluorination chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 2,3-Difluoro-1-Methoxy-4-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	261763-32-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8F2O
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxy-2,3-difluoro-4-methylbenzene; 2,3-Difluoro-1-methoxy-4-methylbenzene; 2,3-Difluoro-4-methylanisole; 4-Methyl-2,3-difluoroanisole; 2,3-Difluoro-4-methylmethoxybenzene; 1,2-Difluoro-3-methoxy-6-methylbenzene (alternate numbering)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzene, 2,3-Difluoro-1-Methoxy-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for research and scale-up purposes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. Our commitment to supply chain integrity and batch-to-batch reproducibility supports critical development timelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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