Description

2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoyl Chloride 95+% is a high-purity, reactive organic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its trifluoromethoxy-substituted benzoyl chloride structure, which is a key building block for introducing specific functional groups into target molecules. This compound is particularly critical for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring the trifluoromethoxy pharmacophore to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethoxy group can improve efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for specialty chemicals used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes due to its aromatic and halogenated structure.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymer backbones, altering material properties like solubility, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile acylating agent in laboratory and industrial-scale organic reactions, including Friedel-Crafts acylation and amide bond formation.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of complex dyes and high-performance pigments for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoyl Chloride 95+%
CAS No.	261951-93-3
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	238.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoyl chloride; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-methylbenzoyl chloride; α,α,α-Trifluoro-o-cresyl 4-carbonyl chloride; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-anisoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-methyl-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 4-Carbonyl chloride-2-methyl-α,α,α-trifluoroanisole
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoyl Chloride 95+% is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the specified standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent hydrolysis. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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