Description

2-Methylbenzotrifluoride is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block, valued for its unique combination of a reactive methyl group and a stable, electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl substituent. This compound is essential for introducing lipophilicity and metabolic stability into target molecules, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthesis. It is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring trifluoromethylated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated components for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Imparts chemical resistance and alters the physical properties of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a starting material for synthesizing more complex fluorinated compounds in R&D laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of specialty dyes and pigments where fluorine substitution alters color fastness and solubility.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylbenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	13630-19-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7F3
Molecular Weight	160.14 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trifluoro-o-xylene; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)toluene; o-Methylbenzotrifluoride; 1-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2-Trifluoromethyltoluene; o-Trifluoromethyltoluene; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; Toluene, α,α,α-trifluoro-2-methyl-
EINECS	237-125-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylbenzotrifluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in pharmaceutical and advanced chemical synthesis.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.18 - 1.20 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.445

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