Description

3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both chloro and trifluoromethyl substituents on the pyridine ring, makes it a critical intermediate for creating compounds with tailored biological and physical properties. This product is primarily demanded by the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for the research and development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in candidates targeting central nervous system and inflammatory diseases.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in various cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations to construct more complex molecular architectures.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	80194-18-9
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF3NO2
Molecular Weight	225.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)picolinic acid; 3-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Chloro-5-trifluoromethyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 80194-18-9; Picolinic acid, 3-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.