Description

4-(Trifluoromethyl)Diphenyl Ether is a high-value fluorinated aromatic ether building block, distinguished by its trifluoromethyl group which imparts unique electronic and hydrophobic properties. This compound is essential for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where enhanced stability, lipophilicity, and specific electronic characteristics are required. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal material industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Organic Electronics: Employed as a building block for electron-transport materials and semiconductors in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorine into polymer backbones, improving chemical resistance and lowering surface energy.
• Specialty Dyes and Pigments: Utilized to create fluorinated dyes with superior lightfastness and unique chromatic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Trifluoromethyl)Diphenyl Ether
CAS No.	2367-02-4
Molecular Formula	C13H9F3O
Molecular Weight	238.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Phenoxy)-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 4-Phenoxybenzotrifluoride; p-(Trifluoromethyl)diphenyl ether; 4-Trifluoromethyl Diphenyl Ether; [4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]benzene; Benzene, 1-(phenoxy)-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; NSC 404099
EINECS	219-124-5

Quality Control

Our 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Diphenyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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