2-Fluoro-5-methanesulfonyl-benzoic acid methyl ester


Chemical Name: 2-Fluoro-5-methanesulfonyl-benzoic acid methyl ester
CAS Number: 865663-98-5
Product Number: AG00GU1Q(AGN-PC-0WCMAR)
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MDL No: MFCD16658803
Molecular Formula: C9H9FO4S
Molecular Weight: 232.2288

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Methyl 2-fluoro-5-(methylsulfonyl)benzoate serves as a versatile synthetic building block in organic chemistry. This compound is commonly utilized in chemical synthesis for the preparation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Its unique structural composition lends itself to reactions that facilitate the creation of complex molecular structures and functionalized compounds. Specifically, the fluoro substituent enhances the compound's reactivity and allows for selective transformations in the presence of other functional groups. The methylsulfonyl moiety offers both a stabilizing electronic effect and serves as a handle for further derivatization, enabling the introduction of diverse functionalities. In addition to its role in pharmaceutical synthesis, Methyl 2-fluoro-5-(methylsulfonyl)benzoate is also employed in materials science and chemical biology research for the design and development of novel compounds with tailored properties and biological activities.