Description

4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride, 97% is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic acid chloride derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of a benzoyl group with a unique trifluoromethyl and fluorine substitution pattern. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a building block for advanced electronic materials, including liquid crystal display (LCD) components and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) host or transport materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers, such as polyamides and polyesters, to impart specific chemical resistance or thermal properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions, catalytic processes, and material science applications.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes and high-performance pigments, contributing to color fastness and solubility characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride, 97%
CAS No.	1373920-95-6
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClF4O
Molecular Weight	240.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride; 3-Methyl-4-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-fluoro-m-toluoyl chloride; 4-Fluoro-α,α,α,3-tetramethylbenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 4-fluoro-3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1373920-95-6
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Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride, 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the specified standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request. We are committed to supplying material suitable for demanding GMP and research-grade applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and water.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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