Description

3-Fluoro-5-Nitrobenzotrifluoride is a versatile fluorinated aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitro group and a trifluoromethyl group on a fluorinated benzene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and physical properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Key synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical research for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for agrochemicals, particularly in the synthesis of herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Precursor in materials science for creating advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials.
• Used in organic synthesis for introducing fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups into complex molecular architectures.
• Intermediate for dyes, pigments, and other specialty fine chemicals requiring specific substitution patterns.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-Nitrobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	454-73-9
Molecular Formula	C7H3F4NO2
Molecular Weight	209.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluoro-3-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 3-Fluoro-5-nitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene; 5-Nitro-3-fluorobenzotrifluoride; 3-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzylidene trifluoride; Benzene, 1-fluoro-3-nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; α,α,α-Trifluoro-3-fluoro-5-nitrotoluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-5-Nitrobenzotrifluoride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes data from GC, HPLC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques to verify compliance with customer specifications and internal standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.