Description

2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine and methyl substituents on the benzoic acid core, which allows for fine-tuning of electronic and steric properties in target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated compounds for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing benzoate groups into polymer chains, modifying thermal stability and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, amidation) to construct complex, fluorinated aromatic structures for research and development.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs exploring fluorination effects and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	90259-27-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight	154.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-methylbenzoic acid; 6-Methyl-2-fluorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-6-methyl-; 2-Fluoro-6-toluic acid; o-Fluoro-m-toluic acid; 2-Fluoro-6-methyl-benzoic acid; 90259-27-1; 2-Fluoro-6-methylbenzoicacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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