Description

Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-value fluorinated aromatic ester, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it indispensable for constructing complex molecules with enhanced properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in areas targeting CNS disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group improves bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated mesogens used in display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific characteristics like hydrophobicity or chemical resistance to specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and as a protecting group scaffold in multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	115933-50-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight	220.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate; 4-Hydroxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-Trifluoromethyl-4-hydroxybenzoate; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-hydroxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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