Description

2-Nitro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is a versatile aromatic compound featuring both nitro and trifluoromethyl substituents on the phenolic ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development, as well as for process scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring fluorinated or nitro-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and unique spectral properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays (LCDs) due to its polarizable molecular structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, particularly for introducing fluorinated phenolic motifs into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	1548-62-5
Molecular Formula	C7H4F3NO3
Molecular Weight	207.11 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-nitrophenol; 2-Nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-cresol; Phenol, 2-nitro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Nitro-6-trifluoromethylphenol; m-Cresol, 2-nitro-6-trifluoro-; 2-Nitro-6-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 2-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzotrifluoride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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