Description

4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique trifluoromethyl and fluorine substituents impart desirable properties such as enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity, making it invaluable for creating novel compounds. This intermediate is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting improved bioavailability and selectivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to efficacy and environmental persistence profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to enhance the chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties of specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring novel fluorination chemistry and creating complex molecular architectures.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: The carboxylic acid functionality allows it to act as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid, 97%
CAS No.	1373920-63-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6F4O2
Molecular Weight	222.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; 3-Methyl-4-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-fluoro-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-fluoro-3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1373920-63-8; 4-Fluoro-3-methyl-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-toluic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure the 97% minimum purity and identity are met. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical data is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm

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