Description

Methyl 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the trifluoromethyl group, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with enhanced properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, serving as a critical intermediate for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the metabolic stability and lipophilicity conferred by the trifluoromethyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the CF3 moiety can improve biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to create specialty polymers with tailored properties such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, and specific surface characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and other transformations to introduce the 3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl moiety into target molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	2557-13-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl m-trifluoromethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-(trifluoromethyl)benzenecarboxylate; m-(Trifluoromethyl)methyl benzoate; Methyl α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluate; Methyl 3-trifluoromethylbenzoate
EINECS	219-873-8

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.