Description

Methyl 3-Nitro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic ester building block, distinguished by its nitro and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a unique combination of electronic and steric properties that facilitate advanced chemical transformations. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a trifluoromethylated aromatic core for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitro and trifluoromethyl groups contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organic chemistry research to construct complex ligands for metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing specialized nitro-aromatic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Nitro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	22227-63-0
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3NO4
Molecular Weight	249.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluate; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester; m-Nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Nitro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.