Description

2-Nitro-1-Trifluoromethoxy-4-Trifluoromethyl-Benzene is a high-value, multi-fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both trifluoromethoxy and trifluoromethyl substituents on a nitrobenzene core, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing lipophilicity and metabolic stability into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring enhanced bioavailability and receptor binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, leveraging its aromatic and fluorinated properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic aromatic substitutions to construct complex, fluorinated molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitro-1-Trifluoromethoxy-4-Trifluoromethyl-Benzene
CAS No.	104678-93-5
Molecular Formula	C9H3F6NO3
Molecular Weight	287.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Trifluoromethoxy-2-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2-Nitro-α,α,α,α',α',α'-hexafluoro-p-cresol methyl ether; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-nitro-1-(trifluoromethoxy)benzene; Benzene, 1-(trifluoromethoxy)-2-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Nitro-4-trifluoromethylphenyl trifluoromethyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Nitro-1-Trifluoromethoxy-4-Trifluoromethyl-Benzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high-purity material suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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