Description

4-Chloro-2-Methyl-1-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzene is a specialized fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and trifluoromethoxy substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethoxy group can improve pesticidal activity and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing functionalized aromatic rings into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methyl-1-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzene
CAS No.	70692-44-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClF3O
Molecular Weight	210.58 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-methyl-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzene; 2-Methyl-4-chloro-1-(trifluoromethoxy)benzene; 4-Chloro-2-methylanisole, 1,1,1-trifluoro; 4-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-2-methylanisole; 2-Methyl-4-chloro-α,α,α-trifluoroanisole; 4-Chloro-2-methylphenyl trifluoromethyl ether; 2-Methyl-4-chlorophenyl trifluoromethyl ether
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Chloro-2-Methyl-1-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzene adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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