Description

Sodium 2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-value, organofluorine building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is prized for its role in introducing the trifluoromethyl and fluoro substituents, which are critical for modulating the physicochemical properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic systems to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms contribute to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials to fine-tune electronic properties and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of fluorinated probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1708942-21-5
Molecular Formula	C8H3F4NaO2
Molecular Weight	230.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid sodium salt; Benzoic acid, 2-fluoro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-, sodium salt (1:1); Sodium 2-fluoro-α,α,α,6-tetrafluorotoluate; Sodium 2-fluoro-6-trifluoromethylbenzoate
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Fluoro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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