Description

5-Fluoro-2-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity fluorinated pyridine derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing both fluorine and a methyl nicotinate moiety into target molecules, enabling the development of compounds with enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology, neurology, and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital building block for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-2-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	868636-57-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8FNO2
Molecular Weight	169.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Fluoro-2-methylnicotinate; 5-Fluoro-2-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-, methyl ester; 5-Fluoro-2-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 868636-57-1; Methyl 5-fluoro-2-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Fluoro-2-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and reliability for your critical R&D and production processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.