Description

4-Chloro-2-Nitro-3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenol is a versatile halogenated nitroaromatic compound with a trifluoromethyl substituent, offering unique reactivity and physicochemical properties. This compound is valued for its role as a critical synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced chemical products. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic cores for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the development of specialized dyes and pigments, leveraging its nitro and phenolic functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Nitro-3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenol
CAS No.	1192021-50-3
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF3NO3
Molecular Weight	241.55 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-nitro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 2-Nitro-4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 3-Trifluoromethyl-4-chloro-2-nitrophenol; Phenol, 4-chloro-2-nitro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 4-Chloro-2-nitro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-cresol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Chloro-2-Nitro-3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenol adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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