Description

2-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride, 97% is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic acid chloride building block. This compound is critical for introducing the 2-fluoro-5-methoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of advanced intermediates with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl and methoxy groups enhance bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated aromatic units into polymer chains, modifying thermal stability, chemical resistance, and surface properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An essential reagent for fine chemical and custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride, 97%
CAS No.	1373920-78-5
Molecular Formula	C10H5ClF4O2
Molecular Weight	268.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-5-methoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-5-methoxy-m-toluoyl chloride; 5-Methoxy-2-fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-fluoro-5-methoxybenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-fluoro-5-methoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1373920-78-5; 2-Fluoro-5-methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical data is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of moisture.

Specification

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