Description

5-Iodo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-o-anisonitrile, also known as 3-cyano-5-iodo-2-methoxybenzotrifluoride, is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block. This compound is specifically engineered for advanced organic synthesis, offering a unique combination of reactive sites for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is an essential intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where precise molecular modification is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the trifluoromethyl group for enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a sophisticated scaffold for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors, due to its electron-withdrawing substituents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to form biaryl and other conjugated systems.
• Fluorine Chemistry Building Block: Integral for introducing the trifluoromethyl group into target molecules, a common motif in modern drug design to improve lipophilicity and bioavailability.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Iodo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-o-anisonitrile
CAS No.	1445995-74-3
Molecular Formula	C9H5F3INO
Molecular Weight	327.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-5-iodo-2-methoxybenzotrifluoride; 2-Methoxy-5-iodo-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; 5-Iodo-2-methoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 5-iodo-2-methoxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1445995-74-3; o-Anisonitrile, 5-iodo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Iodo-3-(trifluoromethyl)-o-anisonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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