Description

5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine is a high-purity, versatile benzylamine derivative featuring a trifluoromethyl substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce fluorine-containing motifs into complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Fluorine Chemistry Building Block: Integral for introducing the pharmacologically beneficial trifluoromethyl group into complex organic molecules during medicinal chemistry campaigns.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects requiring high-purity, specialized intermediates.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine
CAS No.	1017779-30-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10F3N
Molecular Weight	189.18 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine; (5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanamine; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-methylbenzylamine; 1-[5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanamine; 3-Methyl-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine; 5-Methyl-2-trifluoromethylbenzylamine; Benzenemethanamine, 5-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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