Description

4-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)Benzotrifluoride is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant industrial importance. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorodifluoromethyl and trifluoromethyl groups, makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and active ingredients. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors seeking to introduce specific fluorine-based properties into their final products.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, contributing to improved performance and durability.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific characteristics such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a source of the chlorodifluoromethyl group in various fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)Benzotrifluoride
CAS No.	13947-94-9
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF5
Molecular Weight	232.56 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Dichloro-α',α',α'-trifluoro-p-xylene; 1-Chloro-4-(chlorodifluoromethyl)benzotrifluoride; 4-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)benzotrifluoride; p-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)benzotrifluoride; 1,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene, α-chloro derivative; (Chlorodifluoromethyl)benzene, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-; Benzene, 1-(chlorodifluoromethyl)-4-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Chlorodifluoromethyl)Benzotrifluoride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and highly volatile compound, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and evaporation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.55 g/cm³

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