Description

4-Chlorophenol Trifluoroacetate is a specialized chemical intermediate featuring a reactive phenolic ester group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industries that need it include fine chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories focused on developing active ingredients, where its unique trifluoroacetyl moiety is a key structural component.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a trifluoromethylated aromatic structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the 4-chlorophenoxy and trifluoroacetyl groups into target molecules in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic compounds for electronic displays and specialty dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorophenol Trifluoroacetate
CAS No.	658-74-2
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	224.56 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Chlorophenyl Trifluoroacetate; Trifluoroacetic Acid 4-Chlorophenyl Ester; 4-Chlorophenyl Trifluoroacetate; 1-Chloro-4-(trifluoroacetoxy)benzene; 4-Chlorophenol, Trifluoroacetate; F3CCOOC6H4Cl-4; NSC 403058
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chlorophenol Trifluoroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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