Description

3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzonitrile is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic nitrile building block. Its core value proposition lies in the strategic combination of a nitrile group and a trifluoromethyl group on a methyl-substituted benzene ring, enabling versatile chemical transformations for advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require specialized intermediates for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing novel organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers with unique thermal, chemical, or surface properties for high-performance coatings and engineering plastics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions such as hydrolysis, reduction, and cross-coupling.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: An important compound for investigating the effects of fluorine substitution on aromatic systems in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	261952-04-9
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3N
Molecular Weight	185.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-methylbenzonitrile; 3-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; 3-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluonitrile; m-Toluonitrile, 3-methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-; 3-Methyl-5-trifluoromethylbenzonitrile; 3-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl cyanide; 5-Cyano-1-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; Benzonitrile, 3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

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	< 10 ppm

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