Description

3-Fluorobenzotrichloride is a versatile halogenated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactivity of the trichloromethyl group, which can be selectively transformed into other functional moieties, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides that benefit from the stability imparted by the fluorine atom.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to introduce fluorine-containing side chains, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Dyestuff & Pigment Intermediate: Facilitates the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and colorants.
• General Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the 3-fluorophenyl moiety and for further functional group transformations in research chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluorobenzotrichloride
CAS No.	401-77-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4Cl3F
Molecular Weight	213.46 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trichloro-3-fluorotoluene; 3-Fluorophenyltrichloromethane; 1-Fluoro-3-(trichloromethyl)benzene; 3-Fluorobenzylidyne Trichloride; (Trichloromethyl)-3-fluorobenzene; 3-Fluoro-α,α,α-trichlorotoluene; m-Fluorobenzotrichloride
EINECS	206-933-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluorobenzotrichloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and moisture. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent hydrolysis. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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