Description

3-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetic Acid is a high-purity, versatile arylacetic acid derivative characterized by its unique halogenated and fluorinated aromatic structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a valuable building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for anti-inflammatory and central nervous system (CNS) targeted drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for developing new-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the stability imparted by the trifluoromethyl and chloro groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organic and medicinal chemistry research to create specialized ligands for metal catalysis or as a scaffold for drug discovery libraries.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals where specific aromatic and fluorinated components are required.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and fine chemical production under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	1000568-54-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	238.59 g/mol
Synonyms	[2-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; 2-[2-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; 3-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; α-(3-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic Acid; (3-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic Acid; 2-Chloro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; 1000568-54-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylacetic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your specific R&D or production requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. Our quality protocols are designed to support applications requiring high consistency, including those under cGMP and ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its acidic nature, ensure storage containers are made of compatible materials such as glass or PTFE-lined vessels.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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