Description

Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ester building block designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique trifluoromethyl and bromo substituents, which are critical for modulating the electronic and steric properties of target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Organic Ligand Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An essential reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global life sciences market.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for exploring new chemical reactions and developing novel fluorinated compounds in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1214386-97-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8BrF3O2
Molecular Weight	297.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluate; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)-, ethyl ester; 1214386-97-6; Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-trifluoromethylbenzoate; 4-Trifluoromethyl-3-bromobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 3-Bromo-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity data, to ensure the material meets the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Our quality protocols are designed to support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.