Description

3,4,5-Trichlorotoluene is a halogenated aromatic compound primarily used as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of three chlorine atoms on the toluene ring, which allows for selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted toluene core.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments where the trichloromethylbenzene structure imparts specific color and stability properties.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or additive in the synthesis of specialty polymers, enhancing properties like flame retardancy and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitutions, and as a starting material for other fine chemicals in research and development.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Chemical: Finds application in the synthesis of intermediates for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,5-Trichlorotoluene
CAS No.	21472-86-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5Cl3
Molecular Weight	195.47 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3-Trichloro-4-methylbenzene; 3,4,5-Trichloro-1-methylbenzene; Toluene, 3,4,5-trichloro-; 4-Methyl-1,2,3-trichlorobenzene; NSC 406106; 3,4,5-Trichloromethylbenzene
EINECS	244-425-9

Quality Control

Our 3,4,5-Trichlorotoluene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency that meets the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point / Boiling Point	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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