Product Name: Methyl 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzoate
Other Name: 3-FLUORO-2-HYDROXY-BENZOIC ACID METHYL ESTER; 3-Fluorosalicylic acid methyl ester;
CAS No.: 70163-98-3
Chemical Structure:

Methyl 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzoate Application:
Methyl 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzoate is a fluorinated aromatic ester valued for its unique structural properties and versatility in organic synthesis. Below are its key applications:
1. Pharmaceutical Intermediates
- API Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients, leveraging fluorine’s ability to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability.
- Targeted Drug Design: Used in preclinical research for developing compounds targeting enzymatic pathways or receptor-specific interactions.
2. Agrochemical Development
- Herbicide & Pesticide Intermediates: Incorporated into fluorinated agrochemicals to improve efficacy and environmental stability in crop protection formulations.
3. Specialty Chemical Synthesis
- Fluorinated Building Block: Facilitates the synthesis of complex aromatic derivatives for material science, dyes, and functional polymers.
- Catalysis & Ligand Design: Explored in asymmetric catalysis for fine chemical manufacturing and industrial-scale reactions.
4. Research & Analytical Chemistry
- Reference Standard: Used in HPLC, NMR, or mass spectrometry as a high-purity standard for method validation and quality control.
Methyl 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzoate Packaging and Shipping:
Packaging: Bottle/ drum or as customer’s required.
Shipping : DHL/ FedEx/ Air shipping/ Ocean shipping
Methyl 3-Fluoro-2-Hydroxybenzoate Storage:
Store in Dry and Ventilated place with the Room Temperature, Preserved in Original Tight-Closed containers, Keep Away from Light and Heating.

