Description

Methyl-(2-Trifluoromethyl-Benzyl)-Amine is a specialized aromatic amine building block featuring a benzylamine core substituted with a trifluoromethyl group. This compound matters for its unique combination of a reactive secondary amine and the lipophilicity and metabolic stability imparted by the trifluoromethyl moiety, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients.

Application

• As a key pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Utilized in agrochemical research for the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the trifluoromethyl group's properties.
• Serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules via amide bond formation, reductive amination, or as a precursor to other nitrogen-containing functionalities.
• Potential use in material science for the development of specialty polymers, ligands, or catalysts where the aromatic amine structure is required.
• Employed in chemical discovery for creating focused libraries of compounds for high-throughput screening in drug discovery campaigns.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-(2-Trifluoromethyl-Benzyl)-Amine
CAS No.	296276-41-0
Molecular Formula	C9H10F3N
Molecular Weight	189.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-1-[2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanamine; N-Methyl[2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanamine; 1-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-N-methylmethanamine; N-Methyl(2-trifluoromethylbenzyl)amine; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzylmethylamine; α-(Methylamino)-2-(trifluoromethyl)toluene; Benzenemethanamine, N-methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-(2-Trifluoromethyl-Benzyl)-Amine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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