Description

Benzene, 1,3,5-Trichloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a halogenated aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This specialty chemical serves as a key fluorinated and chlorinated building block, offering unique reactivity and structural properties for creating complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its halogenated structure contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, leveraging its unique electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic aromatic substitutions to introduce trifluoromethyl and chloro functionalities.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reference compound in analytical method development and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1,3,5-Trichloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	567-59-9
Molecular Formula	C7H2Cl3F3
Molecular Weight	265.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Trichloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2-Trifluoromethyl-1,3,5-trichlorobenzene; α,α,α,2,4,6-Hexachlorotoluene (obsolete); Benzene, trichloro(trifluoromethyl)-; (Trifluoromethyl)trichlorobenzene
EINECS	209-287-4

Quality Control

Our production of Benzene, 1,3,5-Trichloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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. Ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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