Methyl 2-amino-5-fluorobenzoate (CAS 319-24-4)

Methyl 2-amino-5-fluorobenzoate (MAFB) is a versatile organic compound with a multitude of applications in scientific and industrial fields. This colorless and odorless crystalline solid possesses exceptional properties, such as solubility in water and polar solvents, making it highly valuable in various contexts. Primarily, Methyl 2-amino-5-fluorobenzoate serves as a intermediate compound in the synthesis of diverse organic compounds. Its role extends to being a reagent, facilitating organic synthesis, and functioning as a catalyst in organic reactions. Scientists have employed Methyl 2-amino-5-fluorobenzoate in studying biochemical and physiological processes of vital importance. Moreover, the compound has attracted attention for its ability to modulate the activity of enzymes and proteins. Methyl 2-amino-5-fluorobenzoate acts as an agonist for the G-protein coupled receptor GPR17, which regulates cell proliferation and differentiation. Its inhibitory effects on tyrosine kinase, an enzyme involved in cell growth and differentiation regulation, have also been observed.