Description

3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce both fluorine and a carboxylic acid functional group into target molecules, enabling fine-tuning of physical, chemical, and biological properties. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to create specialty monomers and polymers with enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and unique surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new fluorination chemistry and synthesizing complex organic molecules.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments that offer improved lightfastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	699-90-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight	154.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-fluorobenzoic Acid; 3-Fluoro-o-toluic Acid; 3-Fluoro-2-methylbenzenecarboxylic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-2-methyl-; 699-90-1; 3-Fluoro-2-toluic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-2-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for all shipments, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤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.