Description

2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde, 96% is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its trifluoromethoxy and methyl substituents, offering unique electronic and steric properties for advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers seeking to incorporate fluorinated aromatic motifs into target molecules, which can significantly alter their lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and binding affinity. It is primarily utilized in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethoxy group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic display and lighting materials, improving performance and stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a substrate in cross-coupling reactions, organometallic chemistry, and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, or altered refractive index.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde, 96%
CAS No.	195622-40-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-methylbenzaldehyde; 2-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzaldehyde; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-anisaldehyde; 2-Methyl-5-trifluoromethoxybenzaldehyde; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2-methyl-5-methoxybenzaldehyde; 5-(Trifluoromethoxy)-o-tolualdehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-methyl-5-(trifluoromethoxy)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde, 96% is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the specified standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 4.0%

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