Description

Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoate ester derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for further chemical transformations, including hydrolysis, amidation, and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional materials requiring tailored aromatic esters.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, quality control, and regulatory compliance testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	773874-00-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClFO2
Molecular Weight	202.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Chloro-6-fluoro-3-methylbenzoate; 2-Chloro-6-fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-6-fluoro-3-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl (2-chloro-6-fluoro-3-methyl)benzoate; 773874-00-3; Methyl 2-chloro-6-fluoro-m-toluate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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