Description

2-Chloro-3-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its unique halogenated and trifluoromethylated structure. This compound is essential for the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific substitution pattern imparts critical properties like metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to its aromatic core and halogen substituents.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new chemical spaces and creating specialized compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1805457-37-7
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF4O2
Molecular Weight	242.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1805457-37-7; 2-Chloro-3-fluoro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-p-toluic acid; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-chloro-3-fluorobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request.

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). 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%

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