Description

2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate monomer featuring a reactive isocyanate group and a trifluoromethyl substituent on the benzene ring. This unique structure provides enhanced reactivity and imparts valuable properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability to the final products. It is a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, where it is used to synthesize advanced active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used to construct ureas, carbamates, and other pharmacophores essential for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with improved metabolic profiles.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in polyurethane and polyurea systems, contributing to high-performance coatings, adhesives, and elastomers with superior chemical resistance.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal materials, where its reactivity enables the introduction of specific functional groups.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring novel heterocyclic compounds and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	22851-20-3
Molecular Formula	C8H4F3NO
Molecular Weight	187.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl isocyanate; α,α,α-Trifluoro-o-tolyl isocyanate; o-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl isocyanate; 2-Isocyanato-1-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 1-Isocyanato-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2-Trifluoromethylphenyl isocyanate; o-Trifluoromethylphenyl isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Isocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.35 g/cm³

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