Description

(Trichloromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity imparted by the trichloromethyl and benzoyl chloride functional groups, enabling precise chemical transformations. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzoyl or trichloromethylphenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trichloromethyl group contributes to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Trichloromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	76716-56-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4Cl4O
Molecular Weight	257.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trichloromethyl)benzoyl chloride; α,α,α-Trichloro-o-toluoyl chloride; o-(Trichloromethyl)benzoyl chloride; 2-(Trichloromethyl)benzoic acid chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-(trichloromethyl)-; TCBzCl (abbrev.)
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Quality Control

Our (Trichloromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profile analysis by GC/HPLC, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with water and strong bases; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Impurities (GC/HPLC)	≤ 2.0% (total)

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