Description

2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzal Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive organofluorine intermediate characterized by its benzal chloride core and trifluoromethyl substituent. This compound is critical for introducing the trifluoromethylphenyl moiety into complex molecules, a key structural feature that can dramatically enhance the metabolic stability, lipophilicity, and bioavailability of target compounds. It is an essential building block for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize advanced active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the trifluoromethylphenyl group for enhanced drug-like properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorine-containing compounds used in electronic display technologies and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart unique chemical resistance, thermal stability, or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and other coupling reactions to construct complex aromatic systems in R&D settings.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of high-performance, light-fast dyes and pigments for industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzal Chloride
CAS No.	707-72-2
Molecular Formula	C9H6Cl2F3
Molecular Weight	239.05 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Dichloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)toluene; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzylidene Chloride; (2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)dichloromethane; α,α-Dichloro-α-(2-trifluoromethylphenyl)methane; Benzene, 1-(dichloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 1-(Dichloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 2-Trifluoromethylbenzal Chloride; ω,ω-Dichloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)toluene
EINECS	211-915-4

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzal Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and can be tailored to support regulatory filings for pharmaceutical or agrochemical applications.

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, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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