Description

3-(Trichloromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of the benzoyl chloride functionality and the reactive trichloromethyl group, enabling precise chemical modifications. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzoyl moiety with additional halogenated sites for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trichloromethyl group contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized colorants and photoactive compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance resins and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions to introduce the 3-(trichloromethyl)benzoyl group into target molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and material science research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Trichloromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	27428-84-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4Cl4O
Molecular Weight	257.93 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Trichloromethyl)benzoyl chloride; m-(Trichloromethyl)benzoyl chloride; α,α,α-Trichloro-m-toluoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-(trichloromethyl)-; 3-Trichloromethylbenzoyl chloride; m-Trichloromethylbenzoyl chloride; TCB-Cl; 3-TCBC
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Trichloromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial shipments, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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