
Catalog Number	AR00G7F5
Chemical Name	Benzoic acid, 2,3-difluoro-4-methyl-, ethyl ester (9CI)
CAS Number	773135-56-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10F2O2
Molecular Weight	200.182
MDL Number	MFCD06204526
SMILES	CCOC(=O)c1ccc(c(c1F)F)C

Benzoic acid, 2,3-difluoro-4-methyl-, ethyl ester is a versatile compound that finds wide application in chemical synthesis. This compound is commonly used as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and various fine chemicals. Its unique chemical structure with fluorine atoms at specific positions imparts valuable properties for molecular design and functionalization in organic synthesis. In particular, the ethyl ester group enhances the compound's reactivity and compatibility in a variety of reaction conditions, making it a valuable intermediate in the preparation of complex organic molecules. Its role in chemical synthesis extends to the creation of novel materials, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty chemicals, showcasing its significance in modern synthetic chemistry.