Description

2-Methoxy-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a specialized aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of the benzoyl chloride group and the electronic influence of the methoxy and trifluoromethyl substituents, enabling precise molecular construction. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and polyamides with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments with enhanced performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	681510-01-0
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	238.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluoyl Chloride; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methoxybenzoyl chloride; o-Methoxy-α,α,α-trifluorotoluoyl Chloride; 2-Methoxy-6-trifluoromethylbenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-methoxy-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 681510-01-0; MFCD28966631
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent decomposition. Isolate from incompatible materials like water, alcohols, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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