Description

Methyl 2-Fluoro-6-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific fluorine and methoxy-substituted benzoate motifs into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-inflammatory agents, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for introducing the 2-fluoro-6-methoxy-3-methylbenzoate moiety in complex molecule construction, including natural product analogs.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Employed in academic and industrial research to study the effects of fluorine substitution on reaction pathways and molecular properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 2-Fluoro-6-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	2114517-77-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO3
Molecular Weight	198.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-methoxy-3-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-fluoro-6-methoxy-m-toluate; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-6-methoxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester; 3-Methyl-2-fluoro-6-methoxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Fluoro-6-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specification results. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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). Keep away from strong alkalis and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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