Description

2-Chloro-6-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is a versatile halogenated phenolic intermediate with a unique trifluoromethyl substitution pattern. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and specialty chemicals, where its structural features impart desirable properties to final products. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical research, agrochemical manufacturing, and material science, where it serves as a key precursor for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethyl and nitro groups.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry research for the development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where halogenated phenols are active.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where thermal and chemical stability are required.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties such as solubility, thermal resistance, and surface characteristics.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions and creating novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	69741-64-6
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF3NO3
Molecular Weight	241.55 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-chloro-6-nitrophenol; 2-Chloro-6-nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-cresol; 2-Chloro-6-nitro-4-trifluoromethylphenol; Phenol, 2-chloro-6-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Chloro-6-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 6-Nitro-2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 4-Trifluoromethyl-2-chloro-6-nitrophenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-Nitro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and consistency across every batch. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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