Description

2,4-Dicyanobenzotrifluoride is a high-value aromatic trifluoromethyl and dicyano-substituted building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique electronic properties and reactivity, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored functionalities. It is primarily needed by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring trifluoromethyl and cyano groups for enhanced bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group often contributes to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-deficient components in organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, or unique optical characteristics.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced dyes and pigments, where the cyano and trifluoromethyl groups can alter color properties and lightfastness.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a versatile substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) for constructing complex biaryl and conjugated systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dicyanobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	1483-43-8
Molecular Formula	C9H3F3N2
Molecular Weight	196.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Bis(cyano)benzotrifluoride; 3,5-Dicyanobenzotrifluoride; 2,4-Dicyano-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 1-Cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)-4-cyanobenzene; 2,4-Dicyano-α,α,α-trifluoromethylbenzene; 4-Cyano-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; Benzene, 2,4-dicyano-1-(trifluoromethyl)-; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2,4-dicyanotoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dicyanobenzotrifluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.