Description

Trifluorotoluene CAS NO 27359-10-0 is a versatile fluorinated aromatic compound, valued for its unique combination of solvent properties and chemical reactivity. Its structure makes it an excellent, non-polar solvent with high thermal and chemical stability, crucial for demanding synthetic and industrial processes. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable performance in specialized applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic moieties for enhanced bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group improves compound efficacy and environmental profile.
• Specialty Solvent: Serves as a high-performance solvent for reactions involving strong acids, bases, or organometallic reagents due to its excellent chemical inertness and low nucleophilicity.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: An important precursor and processing agent in the manufacture of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialty dyes and pigments, where it introduces fluorine atoms to alter color properties and lightfastness.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and material science R&D for introducing the -CF3 group, a critical motif in modern drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluorotoluene
CAS No.	27359-10-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5F3
Molecular Weight	146.11 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trifluorotoluene; Benzotrifluoride; (Trifluoromethyl)benzene; Phenylfluoroform; Toluene trifluoride; ω,ω,ω-Trifluorotoluene; BTF; Phenyltrifluoromethane
EINECS	248-408-0

Quality Control

Our Trifluorotoluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided for all shipments, and we support compliance with REACH and other global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and bases. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Density (20°C)	1.188 - 1.192 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.414 - 1.416
Boiling Point	101 - 103°C

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