Description

2,2,2-Trichloroacetimidamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a reactive amidine group attached to a trichloromethyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the trichloroacetimidamide functional group into target molecules.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trichloroacetimidamide
CAS No.	2533-68-8
Molecular Formula	C2H3Cl3N2
Molecular Weight	177.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Trichloroacetamidine; 2,2,2-Trichloroethanimidamide; Trichloroacetimidic acid amide; NSC 92439; Acetimidamide, 2,2,2-trichloro-; Trichloroacetamidine hydrochloride (precursor salt)
EINECS	219-787-6

Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trichloroacetimidamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.