Description

Benzene, 2-Chloro-4-Isocyanato-1-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a specialized aromatic isocyanate intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its unique trifluoromethyl and chloro substituents, which impart specific reactivity and properties to downstream products. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for the synthesis of advanced active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity-enhancing trifluoromethyl group.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating urea and carbamate derivatives with targeted biological activity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyurethanes, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic transformations and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Potential precursor in the development of advanced materials for electronic applications due to its specific aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 2-Chloro-4-Isocyanato-1-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	39893-50-0
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF3NO
Molecular Weight	221.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-isocyanatotoluene; 2-Chloro-4-isocyanato-1-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 4-Isocyanato-2-chlorobenzotrifluoride; 2-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyl isocyanate; 2-Chloro-4-isocyanatobenzotrifluoride; 2-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-4-isocyanatotoluene; p-Isocyanato-2-chlorobenzotrifluoride
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzene, 2-Chloro-4-Isocyanato-1-(Trifluoromethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and functional group verification, to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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