Description

3,4-Dichlorobenzotrifluoride is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant industrial importance. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorine and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for manufacturers seeking to develop high-performance active ingredients with enhanced properties. Key industries that rely on this intermediate include agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring fluorinated aromatic cores.
• Liquid Crystal Intermediate: Serves as a starting material in the production of fluorinated compounds for electronic display applications.
• Polymer Modifier: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins to introduce fluorine, improving chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for creating complex, high-performance colorants with improved fastness properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations to construct complex molecular architectures in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	328-84-7
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2F3
Molecular Weight	215.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dichloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 3,4-Dichloro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 3,4-Dichlorobenzylidyne trifluoride; 3,4-Dichloro(trifluoromethyl)benzene; Benzene, 1,2-dichloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; DCBTF
EINECS	206-328-7

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorobenzotrifluoride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density at 20°C	1.50 - 1.55 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.480

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