Description

Ethyl 5-Fluoro-2-Mercaptobenzoate, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block containing both a thiol and an ester functional group. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for medicinal chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, where its specific substitution pattern enables targeted structural modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing benzothiophene or fluorinated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorine and thiol groups.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Fluoro-2-Mercaptobenzoate, 97%
CAS No.	870703-85-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO2S
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-Fluoro-2-mercaptobenzoate; 5-Fluoro-2-mercaptobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 5-fluoro-2-mercapto-, ethyl ester; 2-Mercapto-5-fluorobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-fluoro-2-sulfanylbenzoate; 870703-85-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Fluoro-2-Mercaptobenzoate, 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the specified standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.