Description

Methyl-3-Trifluoromethylphenoxyacetate, 98 % is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its trifluoromethyl group, which imparts unique electronic and lipophilic properties to target molecules, enhancing their metabolic stability and bioavailability. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the CF3 group improves weather resistance and biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated components used in electronic display technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine into polymer side chains, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and esterification processes to construct complex fluorinated aromatic structures in research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-3-Trifluoromethylphenoxyacetate, 98 %
CAS No.	588-26-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O3
Molecular Weight	234.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy)-, methyl ester; 3-Trifluoromethylphenoxyacetic acid methyl ester; m-Trifluoromethylphenoxyacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl m-trifluoromethylphenoxyacetate; Methyl 3-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxyacetate; 588-26-1; Methyl α-(3-trifluoromethylphenoxy)acetate
EINECS	209-632-5

Quality Control

Our Methyl-3-Trifluoromethylphenoxyacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and GC-MS, NMR, and IR for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the specified 98% minimum purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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