Description

3,5-Dinitro-4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride is a high-value fluorinated aromatic intermediate characterized by its unique combination of nitro and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is essential for the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where its structure imparts critical biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of modern herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitro and trifluoromethyl groups.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring fluorinated aromatic cores.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Used in the research and production of specialty chemicals for electronic applications, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex, high-performance dyes and pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dinitro-4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	393-76-0
Molecular Formula	C7H2F4N2O4
Molecular Weight	254.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-3,5-dinitrobenzotrifluoride; 1-Fluoro-2,6-dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; Benzene, 1-fluoro-2,6-dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3,5-Dinitro-4-fluorobenzotrifluoride; 2,6-Dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)fluorobenzene; α,α,α-Trifluoro-4-fluoro-3,5-dinitrotoluene; 4-Fluoro-α,α,α-trifluoro-3,5-dinitrotoluene
EINECS	206-891-8

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dinitro-4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and non-GMP synthesis.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown 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	≤ 20 ppm

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