Description

2-Amino-5-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both an amino and a fluorine substituent on the aromatic ring, enabling precise modifications in target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and other specialty materials requiring fluorinated aromatic components.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, amide bond formation, and other transformations to create complex molecular architectures.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful in the synthesis of fluorescent probes, biomarkers, and other diagnostic tools due to its reactive amino and carboxylic acid groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	874804-25-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8FNO2
Molecular Weight	169.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-3-methylanthranilic Acid; 2-Amino-5-fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-5-fluoro-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-5-fluoroanthranilic acid; 5-Fluoro-3-methyl-2-aminobenzoic acid; 2-Amino-5-fluoro-m-toluic acid; 874804-25-8
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Amino-5-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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