Description

2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block, prized for its ability to impart unique physicochemical properties to advanced molecules. This compound is essential for research and development in sectors demanding precise molecular modification and enhanced metabolic stability. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material scientists for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethoxy group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to improve chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems for complex organic transformations.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new fluorinated compounds and their applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	150436-84-3
Molecular Formula	C8H5F3O3
Molecular Weight	206.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid; o-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 2-Trifluoromethoxybenzoic acid; α-Trifluoromethoxybenzoic acid; 2-Carboxytrifluoromethoxybenzene; 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzenecarboxylic acid; 150436-84-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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.