Description

3-Methoxy-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the efficient introduction of the 3-methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl moiety. It is primarily utilized by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl and methoxy groups confer specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital reagent for fine chemical producers offering bespoke synthesis services.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Methoxy-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1261618-61-4
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	238.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-methoxybenzoyl chloride; 3-Methoxy-2-trifluoromethylbenzoyl chloride; 2-Methoxy-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride; α,α,α-Trifluoro-3-methoxy-o-toluoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methoxy-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and impurity profiling by HPLC and GC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and sources of moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.