Description

Ethyl 2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block, identified by CAS NO 496841-90-8. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, where the fluorine atom and ester group offer critical reactivity and selectivity. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of fluorinated drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors and CNS-active molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic and display material research.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a precursor for carboxylic acids or amides in complex molecule assembly.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new fluorination chemistry in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	496841-90-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight	182.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzoate; 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-5-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-Fluoro-p-toluate; 5-Methyl-2-fluorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Fluoro-5-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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.