Description

Methyl 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine atoms and the methyl ester group, which enable precise modifications to molecular structure and properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients with enhanced efficacy and stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the difluoro-methylbenzoate moiety contributes to improved biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs) due to its ability to influence dielectric anisotropy and viscosity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and production of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for introducing the 2,6-difluoro-4-methylbenzoyl group into complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and material science projects.
• Fluorinated Polymer Modifiers: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers to enhance chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	79538-30-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8F2O2
Molecular Weight	186.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Difluoro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,6-difluoro-p-toluate; 4-Methyl-2,6-difluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2,6-difluoro-4-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-methyl-2,6-difluorobenzoate; 2,6-Difluoro-4-methyl methylbenzoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,6-Difluoro-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

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). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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