Description

5-(3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzyl)-2,4-Dimethoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which incorporates halogen and methoxy substituents to enable precise structural modifications in target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is utilized to construct complex active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex benzyl-substituted scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a versatile linker or probe precursor in the study of biological systems and target identification.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzyl)-2,4-Dimethoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	949465-79-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄ClFO₄
Molecular Weight	324.73 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethoxy-5-[(3-chloro-2-fluorophenyl)methyl]benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 5-[(3-chloro-2-fluorophenyl)methyl]-2,4-dimethoxy-; 949465-79-6; 5-[(3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzyl)]-2,4-dimethoxybenzoic Acid; 5-(3-Chloro-2-fluorobenzyl)-2,4-dimethoxy-benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(3-Chloro-2-Fluorobenzyl)-2,4-Dimethoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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