Description

Ethyl 3-Fluoro-4-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its nitro and fluoro substituents, which are crucial for introducing specific electronic and steric properties into target molecules. It is primarily used by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting CNS disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic and optoelectronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a substrate for studying nitro-group reduction and ester hydrolysis mechanisms.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control of related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Fluoro-4-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	914347-91-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8FNO4
Molecular Weight	213.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-4-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-fluoro-4-nitrobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-nitro-, ethyl ester; 4-Nitro-3-fluorobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-nitro-3-fluorobenzoate; 914347-91-4; Ethyl 3-Fluoro-4-Nitrobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Fluoro-4-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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