Description

3,4-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid 98 is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic carboxylic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the two trifluoromethyl groups, which are essential for modifying the physical and chemical characteristics of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for applications such as drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the creation of molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for sophisticated ligands in transition metal catalysis, enabling more efficient and selective chemical transformations.
• Advanced Material Science: Incorporated into monomers for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials to impart thermal stability, chemical resistance, and specific optical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Utilized in the synthesis of components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and structure-activity relationships in medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid 98
CAS No.	133804-66-7
Molecular Formula	C9H4F6O2
Molecular Weight	258.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3,4-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 3,4-Di(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; 3,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzenecarboxylic acid; 3,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)phenylcarboxylic acid; 3,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene-1-carboxylic acid; 3,4-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzoate (acid form); 133804-66-7 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid 98 is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the specified 98% minimum purity standard. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to strong alkalis and fluorides; keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants to maintain product integrity.

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.