Description

Benzoicacid,2-(Methylsulfonyl)-4-(Trifluoromethyl)-,Methylester is a high-value, multi-functional organic intermediate characterized by its unique trifluoromethyl and methylsulfonyl substituents. This compound is prized for its role in facilitating complex molecular synthesis, offering significant advantages in the development of advanced materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries where its specific structural motifs are crucial for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring trifluoromethyl groups for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the sulfonyl and trifluoromethyl groups contribute to efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing substituents.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile synthon in organic chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potentially used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the sulfone and fluorine groups alter color properties and fastness.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoicacid,2-(Methylsulfonyl)-4-(Trifluoromethyl)-,Methylester
CAS No.	300571-21-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O4S
Molecular Weight	282.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(Methylsulfonyl)-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate; 2-Methanesulfonyl-4-trifluoromethyl-benzoic acid methyl ester; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-(methylsulfonyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(methylsulfonyl)-4-(trifluoromethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-(methylsulfonyl)benzoate; 2-Methylsulfonyl-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoicacid,2-(Methylsulfonyl)-4-(Trifluoromethyl)-,Methylester adheres to a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is manufactured and tested in facilities that follow cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) guidelines where applicable. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, ensuring it meets the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.