Description

2,3,4-Trifluoro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its unique trifluoro and nitro substituents. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering enhanced reactivity and specific electronic properties critical for advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material scientists for creating novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays and lighting applications.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine and nitro functional groups into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems due to its electron-withdrawing groups.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of specialized dyes and pigments where the nitro and fluorine groups influence color fastness and spectral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4-Trifluoro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	197520-71-1
Molecular Formula	C7H2F3NO4
Molecular Weight	227.09 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2,3,4-trifluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3,4-trifluoro-5-nitro-; 2,3,4-Trifluoro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 2,3,4-Trifluoro-5-nitro-benzoic acid; 197520-71-1; 5-Nitro-2,3,4-trifluorobenzoic acid; TFNBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3,4-Trifluoro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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