Description

2-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, distinguished by its methoxy and trifluoromethoxy substituents. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the stability imparted by the trifluoromethoxy group.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for mesogenic compounds used in display technologies due to its rigid benzoic acid core and polar substituents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier for producing high-performance polymers with specific thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and materials science research.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial labs for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	191604-88-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O4
Molecular Weight	236.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-methoxybenzoic acid; 2-Methoxy-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-5-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 2-Methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-anisic acid; 5-(Trifluoromethoxy)-o-anisic acid; 2-Methoxy-5-trifluoromethoxybenzoic acid; 191604-88-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and non-GMP production.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.