Description

2,3-Dichloro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, distinguished by its unique halogenated and fluorinated structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl and chloro groups enhance biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other advanced synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures, including heterocycles and fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dichloro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	25922-43-4
Molecular Formula	C8H3Cl2F3O2
Molecular Weight	259.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dichloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluic acid; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3-dichlorobenzoic acid; 2,3-Dichloro-6-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3-dichloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2,3-Dichloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-6-methylbenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dichloro-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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