Description

3-Methoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzonitrile is a versatile aromatic nitrile building block characterized by its methoxy and trifluoromethyl substituents. This compound is valued for its unique electronic properties and stability, making it a critical intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of molecules with trifluoromethyl groups for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl moiety often contributes to improved efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty electronic chemicals for displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a versatile building block in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in organometallic catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers and functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	447-93-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3NO
Molecular Weight	201.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-2-methoxybenzotrifluoride; 2-Methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolunitrile; 3-Methoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-methoxybenzonitrile; p-Cyano-2-methoxybenzotrifluoride; 2-Methoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; 3-Methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolunitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methoxy-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is routinely analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%

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