Description

Benzyl 2-Fluorobenzoate is a high-purity organic ester derivative of 2-fluorobenzoic acid, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in providing a protected carboxylic acid group and a reactive benzyl ester moiety, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom and ester functionality contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a protecting group strategy in multi-step syntheses.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the controlled synthesis of complex aromatic esters for high-value fragrance and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Benzyl 2-Fluorobenzoate
CAS No.	478059-14-2
Molecular Formula	C14H11FO2
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 2-Fluorobenzoate; 2-Fluorobenzoic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl o-Fluorobenzoate; (2-Fluorophenyl)methyl 2-fluorobenzoate (incorrect IUPAC check); Benzylester kyseliny 2-fluorbenzoove (Czech); NSC 83656; BZF-Bz; Fluorobenzoic Acid Benzyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl 2-Fluorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP and ISO standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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