Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Ethoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a specialized fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, identified by CAS NO 334018-39-2, valued for its unique trifluoromethyl and ethoxy substituents which impart distinct electronic and steric properties. This compound is a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS, anti-inflammatory, or anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the stability of the trifluoromethyl group.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a core structure in the synthesis of fluorinated organic compounds for electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and amide bond formations for complex molecule assembly.
• Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability, chemical resistance, and specific surface properties of advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) and new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Ethoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	334018-39-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O3
Molecular Weight	234.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-ethoxybenzoic Acid; 2-Ethoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-ethoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 334018-39-2; 2-Ethoxy-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid; 4-Trifluoromethyl-2-ethoxybenzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 2-Ethoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)- adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, and is supported by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We operate under a cGMP-compliant quality management system, and our facilities are prepared for audits to meet the rigorous standards of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Incompatible with strong bases and fluorides; store separately from these materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 1.0%

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