Description

Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Acetate is a high-purity organic ester compound, valued as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring a phenyl acetate core with a trifluoromethyl substituent, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with enhanced properties. This product is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the bioisosteric trifluoromethyl group to modulate potency, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can contribute to improved biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific characteristics such as altered solubility, thermal stability, or surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and other transformations in fine chemical and academic research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Acetate
CAS No.	721-63-1
Molecular Formula	C11H11F3O2
Molecular Weight	232.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl [4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetate; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)acetate; Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetate; α-Ethoxycarbonyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)toluene; p-Trifluoromethylphenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (p-Trifluoromethylphenyl)acetate; 721-63-1
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

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