Description

4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid building block. Its unique structure, featuring both a methyl and a trifluoromethyl group on the benzoic acid core, makes it a valuable 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 synthesizing novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated components used in display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter thermal stability, chemical resistance, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic compounds and exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	120985-64-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-methylbenzoic acid; 4-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluic acid; 2-Trifluoromethyl-p-toluic acid; 4-Methyl-2-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; o-Toluic acid, α,α,α-trifluoro-4-methyl-; 2-Carboxy-5-methylbenzotrifluoride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, 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 protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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