Description

2-Bromo-3-Trifluoromethyl-Benzoylchloride is a high-purity, reactive aromatic acid chloride building block. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 2-bromo-3-trifluoromethylbenzoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring halogenated trifluoromethyl aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromine and trifluoromethyl groups confer specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for monomers or ligands used in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for amide bond formation and Friedel-Crafts acylation reactions in complex molecule construction.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Trifluoromethyl-Benzoylchloride
CAS No.	1214376-97-2
Molecular Formula	C8H3BrClF3O
Molecular Weight	287.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride; 2-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-bromo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3-Trifluoromethyl-2-bromobenzoyl chloride; 2-Bromo-3-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Trifluoromethyl-Benzoylchloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.