Description

(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)(Pyridin-3-Yl)Methanone is a high-purity, fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a trifluoromethylphenyl and a pyridinyl moiety, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the discovery and development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and materials science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or semiconductors, due to its electron-deficient aromatic systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological processes and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)(Pyridin-3-Yl)Methanone
CAS No.	21221-92-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8F3NO
Molecular Weight	251.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinyl[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanone; 3-Benzoylpyridine, 4'-(trifluoromethyl) derivative; 4'-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-pyridyl phenyl ketone; 3-(4-Trifluoromethylbenzoyl)pyridine; [4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl](pyridin-3-yl)methanone; 3-(4-Trifluoromethylbenzoyl)pyridine; 3-Pyridyl 4-trifluoromethylphenyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our (4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)(Pyridin-3-Yl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in GLP and cGMP environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

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