Description

Benzene, 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)- is a specialized aromatic compound featuring a bromomethyl functional group and a trifluoromethoxy substituent. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring trifluoromethoxy or benzyl bromide motifs for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the introduction of fluorine atoms can enhance stability and efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organic chemistry research to create novel ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions or organocatalysts.
• Fluorine Chemistry: A valuable substrate for further fluorination reactions and the study of structure-activity relationships in fluorine-containing compounds.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthesis projects requiring this precise chemical architecture.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)-
CAS No.	1261456-03-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrF3O
Molecular Weight	269.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Bromomethyl)-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzene; 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)-4-methylbenzyl bromide; 4-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzyl bromide; α-Bromo-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethoxy)toluene; (4-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)methyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzene, 1-(Bromomethyl)-4-Methyl-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)- adheres to stringent quality protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters for your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.