Description

Benzene, 1,2,4-Trifluoro-3-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic compound, serving as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique trifluoromethyl-substituted benzene core makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise fluorination patterns are required to modulate molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structure in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials for electronic displays.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to improve chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and other fine chemical processes to introduce a trifluoromethylphenyl moiety.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1,2,4-Trifluoro-3-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	119916-25-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5F3
Molecular Weight	146.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4-Trifluoro-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-1,2,4-trifluorobenzene; 1,2,4-Trifluoro-3-methyl-benzene; 3-Methylbenzotrifluoride (isomer); 2,4,5-Trifluorotoluene (isomer); Toluene, 2,4,5-trifluoro-; Benzene, 1,2,4-trifluoro-3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our Benzene, 1,2,4-Trifluoro-3-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each 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, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.25 g/mL
Boiling Point	~145-150°C

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