Description

Methyl 3-Chloro-2,6-Difluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated benzoate ester derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a versatile, functionalized aromatic building block for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in industries focused on creating new active ingredients, where precise molecular architecture is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing difluorobenzene motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require halogenated aromatic cores.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic semiconductors.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to introduce functionalized benzoate groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating specialized chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Chloro-2,6-Difluorobenzoate
CAS No.	773873-97-5
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClF2O2
Molecular Weight	206.57 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2,6-difluorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-chloro-2,6-difluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-2,6-difluoro-, methyl ester; 2,6-Difluoro-3-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-chloro-2,6-difluorobenzoate; Methyl 2,6-difluoro-3-chlorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Chloro-2,6-Difluorobenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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