Description

Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Fluoro-2-Methoxy- is a specialized fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the strategic introduction of fluorine and methoxy substituents onto the phenylacetic acid scaffold, enabling precise modulation of molecular properties for target-oriented research. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key intermediate for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated aromatic cores in advanced electronic materials, contributing to improved performance in display technologies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of fluorinated probes and tags for studying biological mechanisms and enzyme activity.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the fine chemical market.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in university and institutional labs for methodological development in fluorination chemistry and asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Fluoro-2-Methoxy-
CAS No.	915070-93-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO3
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-α-fluorophenylacetic acid; (2-Methoxyphenyl)(fluoro)acetic acid; α-Fluoro-2-methoxyphenylacetic acid; 2-Methoxy-α-fluorobenzeneacetic acid; Fluoro(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid; 2-Methoxy-α-fluoro-benzeneacetic acid; (Fluoro)(2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid; NSC 876543 (example inventory code)
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzeneacetic Acid, α-Fluoro-2-Methoxy- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows. All materials are characterized by modern analytical techniques, including NMR, HPLC, and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98.0%
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.