Description

2,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Terephthalic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative. This compound is a critical advanced intermediate valued for its ability to impart unique chemical and physical properties, such as enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and altered electronic characteristics, into final materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated motifs to improve metabolic stability, bioavailability, and binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl groups enhance biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a monomer for producing high-performance polyamides, polyesters, and polyimides with exceptional thermal, chemical, and solvent resistance for aerospace, electronics, and automotive applications.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: An important precursor for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved charge transport and emission efficiency.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Employed as an organic linker to construct fluorinated MOFs with potential applications in gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial research for exploring new fluorination chemistry and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Terephthalic Acid
CAS No.	366008-67-5
Molecular Formula	C10H4F6O4
Molecular Weight	302.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Terephthalic acid, 2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 2,5-Di(trifluoromethyl)terephthalic acid; 2,5-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; BTTA; 2,5-BTFA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Terephthalic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and our comprehensive analytical suite includes HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS for identity confirmation and purity verification. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its acidic nature, ensure the container is made of compatible materials and is properly sealed to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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