Description

2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by its benzoic acid core substituted with a methyl and a trifluoromethyl group. This compound is essential for introducing lipophilicity and metabolic stability into target molecules, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in areas like kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier to create specialty polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in medicinal chemistry and material science R&D for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	13055-63-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluic acid; m-Toluic acid, α,α,α-trifluoro-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-5-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid; 2-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; 13055-63-5; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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	White to off-white 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.