Description

2-Amino-6-Trifluoromethylquinoxaline is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block characterized by its quinoxaline core and trifluoromethyl substituent. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its unique structure imparts desirable electronic and biological properties. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, due to the bioactivity of the quinoxaline scaffold.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance metabolic stability and lipophilicity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors, leveraging its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic chemistry research as a versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and fluorinated compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with specific light-fastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-6-Trifluoromethylquinoxaline
CAS No.	59489-40-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3N3
Molecular Weight	213.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Trifluoromethyl)quinoxalin-2-amine; 2-Amino-6-(trifluoromethyl)quinoxaline; Quinoxaline, 2-amino-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 6-Trifluoromethyl-2-aminoquinoxaline; 2-Amino-6-trifluoromethyl-quinoxaline; 2-Quinoxalinamine, 6-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-6-Trifluoromethylquinoxaline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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