Methyl 2,5-difluorobenzoate

• CAT Number: L036151
• CAS Number: 362601-90-9
• Molecular Formula: C8H6F2O2
• Molecular Weight: 172.13
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: methyl 2,5-difluorobenzoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H6F2O2/c1-12-8(11)6-4-5(9)2-3-7(6)10/h2-4H,1H3
• InChIKey: UDBLTZWJCWPYBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Methyl 2,5-difluorobenzoate(CAT: L036151) is an organic ester widely utilized in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure, featuring two fluorine atoms on the benzene ring at positions 2 and 5, provides unique electronic properties, enhancing its stability and lipophilicity, which are desirable in drug development. The ester functional group allows for easy transformations, making it a versatile intermediate in creating more complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable in medicinal chemistry for the development of fluorinated analogs, which can improve the metabolic stability and bioactivity of drug candidates, contributing to advancements in areas such as anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and neurological therapies.