Description

4-Trifluoromethylbenzoic Acid, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated organic ester, a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to impart unique properties such as enhanced lipophilicity and chemical stability to final products. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a lipophilic, fluorinated moiety to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or additive in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, contributing to improved electronic properties and thermal stability.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated side chains into polymers, enhancing characteristics like oil and water repellency, chemical resistance, and low surface energy for coatings and specialty plastics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry for introducing the 4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl group under mild esterification conditions.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additive: Functions as a high-performance intermediate for synthesizing fluorosurfactants and specialty lubricant additives that demand exceptional stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Trifluoromethylbenzoic Acid, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester
CAS No.	59986-40-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₁F₃O₂
Molecular Weight	302.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexyl 4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-, 2-ethylhexyl ester; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester; 2-Ethylhexyl α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluate; 2-Ethylhexyl p-trifluoromethylbenzoate; EINECS 261-980-1
EINECS	261-980-1

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Trifluoromethylbenzoic Acid, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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