Description

Benzeneethanimidic Acid, α-Hydroxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a trifluoromethyl group and an imidic acid ester moiety. This compound is valued for its unique chemical structure, which makes it a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can improve lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or surface properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for fine chemical manufacturers offering bespoke synthesis services to the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneethanimidic Acid, α-Hydroxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)-, Ethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	82129-09-7
Molecular Formula	C11H10F3NO3
Molecular Weight	261.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Hydroxy-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethanimidate; α-Hydroxy-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneethanimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-2-hydroxyethanimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (Z)-2-hydroxy-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethanimidate; 82129-09-7; Ethyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)acetimidate
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzeneethanimidic Acid, α-Hydroxy-3-(Trifluoromethyl)-, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP-compliant manufacturing for advanced pharmaceutical applications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to fluoride and strong alkali; ensure it is stored separately from such materials to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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