Description

2-Fluoro-4,6-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a high-value, multi-fluorinated aromatic acid chloride building block. This compound is critical for introducing the unique 2-fluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl moiety into target molecules, imparting significant changes in lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by R&D and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of advanced intermediates, active ingredients, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in areas requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced bioavailability and target binding.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved environmental stability and efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic groups into polymer chains, altering surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel fluorinated compounds with specialized optical or electronic functions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital reagent for fine chemical and CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) facilities serving the global life sciences market.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-4,6-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1017778-34-5
Molecular Formula	C9H2ClF7O
Molecular Weight	294.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-α,α,α,α',α',α'-hexafluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl Chloride; 4,6-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-2-fluorobenzoyl Chloride; 2-Fluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid chloride; 2-Fluoro-4,6-di(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl Chloride; 1017778-34-5; Benzoyl chloride, 2-fluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Fluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)benzenecarbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Fluoro-4,6-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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