Description

2-Fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone is a high-value fluorinated aromatic ketone building block. This compound is critical for the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its unique electronic properties imparted by the fluorine and trifluoromethyl substituents. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel molecules with enhanced stability and bioactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and CNS-active compound libraries.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides where the fluorine atoms contribute to metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials, improving charge transport and thermal stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to engineer specialty polymers with specific optical, chemical resistance, or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic additions, and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of advanced fluorinated colorants for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone
CAS No.	207853-70-1
Molecular Formula	C14H8F4O
Molecular Weight	268.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; [2-Fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl](phenyl)methanone; Benzophenone, 2-fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl-; 2-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl Phenyl Ketone; (2-Fluoro-3-trifluoromethylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone; m-Trifluoromethyl-2-fluorobenzophenone; 207853-70-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone is produced under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.