Description

Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the ester group combined with the electron-withdrawing properties of the trifluoromethyl substituent, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a trifluoromethylphenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Incorporated to introduce specific fluorinated aromatic units into polymer chains, altering material properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for coupling reactions, hydrolysis to acids, and further functional group transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	31083-14-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl p-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoate; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl α,α,α-Trifluoro-p-toluate; p-Trifluoromethylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzenecarboxylate; NSC 3349
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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