Description

4-(4-Chloro-3-Methylphenoxy)-3-Nitrobenzotrifluoride is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic intermediate featuring a trifluoromethyl group, a nitro substituent, and a chlorinated methylphenoxy moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceutical active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the crop protection and fine chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel compounds with enhanced biological activity and selectivity.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitro and trifluoromethyl groups.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry research and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of specialty electronic chemicals and advanced functional materials due to its aromatic and halogenated structure.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and pigments where the nitro and chloro groups are essential for chromophore development.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research into new organic reactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(4-Chloro-3-Methylphenoxy)-3-Nitrobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	1799-97-9
Molecular Formula	C14H9ClF3NO3
Molecular Weight	331.67 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-(4-chloro-3-methylphenoxy)benzotrifluoride; 4-(4-Chloro-3-methylphenoxy)-3-nitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 1-Chloro-4-[4-nitro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-2-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1-chloro-4-[4-nitro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-2-methyl-; 1799-97-9; 4-(4-Chloro-3-methylphenoxy)-3-nitrobenzotrifluoride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4-Chloro-3-Methylphenoxy)-3-Nitrobenzotrifluoride adheres to a stringent quality management system. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics are provided to guarantee reliable performance in your synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. Due to the nitro and aromatic functionalities, it should be handled as a light-sensitive chemical.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.