Description

2-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique trifluoromethyl group, which imparts desirable properties like enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity to target molecules. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material research sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of modern herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter surface properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants with improved lightfastness and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	62089-35-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Trifluoromethyl-o-toluic Acid; 2-Methyl-3-trifluoromethylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2,3-dimethylbenzoic Acid; 2,3-Dimethyl-α,α,α-trifluorobenzoic Acid; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methylbenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
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.