Description

5-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its dual functional groups, which enable precise molecular modifications for creating complex, high-value compounds. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key precursor for active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a fluorinated benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development 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 compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Polymer Production: Employed in creating custom monomers, ligands for catalysis, and other high-performance specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and process research in academic institutions and CROs/CDMOs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	394-04-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO3
Molecular Weight	170.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-5-fluorobenzoic Acid; 5-Fluoro-o-anisic Acid; 5-Fluoro-2-methoxybenzoic acid; 5-Fluoro-2-methoxy-benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-methoxy-; 394-04-7; 2-Methoxy-5-fluorobenzoic acid
EINECS	206-894-7

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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