Description

4-(5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazol-3-Yl)Benzoicacid is a high-value, multifunctional chemical building block featuring a benzoic acid core linked to a trifluoromethyl-substituted oxadiazole heterocycle. This unique structure, combining a carboxylic acid handle with a fluorinated heteroaromatic moiety, makes it a critical intermediate for the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds with enhanced biological activity and physicochemical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating molecules with improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research to construct complex chelating ligands.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological mechanisms and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazol-3-Yl)Benzoicacid
CAS No.	340736-76-7
Molecular Formula	C10H5F3N2O3
Molecular Weight	258.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[5-(trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl]-; 3-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole; 4-(5-Trifluoromethyl-[1,2,4]oxadiazol-3-yl)-benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazol-3-Yl)Benzoicacid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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