Description

4-Chloro-2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzotrifluoride is a highly fluorinated aromatic building block of significant industrial importance. Its unique structure, combining chlorine and multiple fluorine substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for introducing perfluoroalkyl and other fluorinated groups into target molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors seeking to develop advanced active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where the fluorinated aromatic core contributes to improved biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing lipophilic and metabolically stable fluorinated motifs.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal materials and dielectric fluids used in advanced display technologies and electronics.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty fluorinated polymers, coatings, and surfactants that require high thermal stability, chemical resistance, and low surface energy.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent in nucleophilic aromatic substitution and cross-coupling reactions to create complex fluorinated aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzotrifluoride
CAS No.	40885-89-0
Molecular Formula	C7ClF7
Molecular Weight	266.52 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 4-Chloro-α,α,α,2,3,5,6-heptafluorotoluene; Pentafluorobenzotrifluoride, 4-chloro-; 2,3,5,6-Tetrafluoro-4-chlorobenzotrifluoride; Heptafluorochlorotoluene; 4-Chloroperfluorotoluene; Benzene, 1-chloro-2,3,5,6-tetrafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzotrifluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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