Description

Methyl 2,4,6-Trifluorobenzoate is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ester, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its trifluoromethyl-substituted benzoate structure, which imparts unique electronic and steric properties to target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for constructing complex fluorinated compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing fluorinated aromatic rings, enhancing metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the trifluoromethyl group improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Incorporated to create specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a protecting group in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: Essential for academic and industrial research exploring new fluorination methodologies and novel fluorinated compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,4,6-Trifluorobenzoate
CAS No.	79538-28-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5F3O2
Molecular Weight	190.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Trifluorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,4,6-Trifluorobenzenecarboxylate; Benzoic Acid, 2,4,6-Trifluoro-, Methyl Ester; Methyl α,α,α-Trifluorobenzoate (unspecific isomer); MFCD03094056
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2,4,6-Trifluorobenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.