Description

2-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by its nitro and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is essential for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of key functional groups into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Key synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical research for developing new drug candidates.
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and pesticides.
• Precursor in the synthesis of liquid crystal materials and other specialty electronic chemicals.
• Intermediate for organic ligands and catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Starting material for the preparation of dyes and pigments with specific light-fastness properties.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel fluorinated compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	1735-91-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3NO4
Molecular Weight	249.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic Acid; [2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-nitrophenylacetic Acid; 2-Nitro-4-trifluoromethylphenylacetic Acid; α-(2-Nitro-4-trifluoromethylphenyl)acetic Acid; (2-Nitro-4-trifluoromethylphenyl)ethanoic Acid; NSC 403107; 1735-91-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming specifications such as assay (by HPLC), impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and production requirements.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to yellow 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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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