Description

3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Isocyanate is a versatile aromatic isocyanate monomer characterized by the presence of a reactive isocyanate group and a trifluoromethyl substituent. This combination is critical for synthesizing advanced polymers and fine chemicals with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal stability. It is an essential building block for R&D and industrial-scale production in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty materials sectors.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used to create active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and intermediates, particularly in the development of compounds requiring specific bioactivity and metabolic profiles.
• Polyurethane & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer for producing high-performance polyurethane resins, coatings, and elastomers with superior weatherability and chemical resistance.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal materials, where the aromatic isocyanate structure is integral to the final product's properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as an effective cross-linker for polymers and resins, improving mechanical strength, adhesion, and durability in composite materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring novel organic reactions and synthesizing new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	329-01-1
Molecular Formula	C8H4F3NO
Molecular Weight	187.12 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Trifluoromethylphenyl isocyanate; 3-Isocyanato-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 1-Isocyanato-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; α,α,α-Trifluoro-m-tolyl isocyanate; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzenisocyanate; m-Tolyl isocyanate, α,α,α-trifluoro-; Isocyanic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl ester
EINECS	206-335-6

Quality Control

Our 3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Isocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	1.35 - 1.40 g/cm³
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.