Description

Methyl 2-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the unique combination of the methoxy and trifluoromethyl substituents, which are critical for modulating the electronic and steric properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for constructing complex, fluorinated aromatic structures in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	177174-47-9
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O3
Molecular Weight	234.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluate; 2-Methoxy-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-(trifluoromethyl)-2-methoxybenzoate; Methyl o-methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
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.