Description

2-Amino-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value trifluoromethylated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, combining an amino group with a trifluoromethyl substituent on the aromatic ring, makes it indispensable for creating compounds with enhanced biological activity and physicochemical properties. This intermediate is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D teams and agrochemical manufacturers for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated compounds for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or surface properties.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research exploring the effects of fluorination on molecular behavior.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	313-12-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6F3NO2
Molecular Weight	205.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; 2-Amino-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-toluic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Carboxy-6-(trifluoromethyl)aniline; 2-Amino-3-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)anthranilic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We can support development projects with material meeting custom purity specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.