Description

Tetrachloro-4-Trifluoromethylbenzoylfluoride is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic fluoride building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which combines halogenated and fluorinated groups to enable precise modifications in complex molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the trifluoromethyl and acyl fluoride groups impart specific biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a critical building block for fluorinated compounds used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile acylating agent and electrophile in complex organic transformations for fine chemical and academic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrachloro-4-Trifluoromethylbenzoylfluoride
CAS No.	117338-22-4
Molecular Formula	C8HCl4F4O
Molecular Weight	315.90 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5,6-Tetrachloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl Fluoride; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetrachlorobenzoyl Fluoride; Tetrachloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluoyl Fluoride; Perchloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluoyl Fluoride; Benzoyl fluoride, 2,3,5,6-tetrachloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; TCTFBF (Abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Tetrachloro-4-Trifluoromethylbenzoylfluoride is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for high-purity intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and sources of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.