Description

2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile trifluoromethylated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a carboxylic acid group with a trifluoromethyl substituent, imparts valuable properties such as enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability to target molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients with improved efficacy.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorine-containing liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for introducing fluorinated aromatic units into high-performance polymers, improving chemical and thermal resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and amide bond formations to construct complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	23984-82-9
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluic acid; 2-Methyl-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; m-Toluic acid, α,α,α-trifluoro-; 23984-82-9; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2-methyl-1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid (uncommon)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	128°C - 132°C
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.