Description

Methyl 2-(2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxyphenyl)Acetate is a high-value fluorinated aromatic ester building block, essential for synthesizing complex molecules with enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a fluorine substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom improves lipophilicity and target binding.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens in the manufacture of high-performance display components.
• Organic Electronics: Building block for novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research: Versatile starting material for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create diverse chemical libraries.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Used in academic and industrial labs to study structure-activity relationships (SAR) influenced by fluorine substitution.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxyphenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	91361-59-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO3
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)acetate; 2-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Fluoro-4-hydroxybenzeneacetate; (2-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-(2-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)acetate; 91361-59-0; Methyl 2-(2-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxyphenyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.