Description

Benzoic Acid, 3-Fluoro-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Methyl Ester is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block, distinguished by its hydroxymethyl and ester functionalities. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, offering a versatile handle for further derivatization to create complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring fluorinated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated benzoate groups into polymer chains, altering material properties like solubility and stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via ester hydrolysis, reduction, or cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 3-Fluoro-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	937636-18-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9FO3
Molecular Weight	184.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate; 3-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-fluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-fluorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)-, methyl ester; 937636-18-5; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxymethyl-benzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 3-Fluoro-4-(Hydroxymethyl)-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.