Description

3-(2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy)Benzonitrile is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a trifluoroethoxy side chain, provides enhanced lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it a critical intermediate for developing novel active compounds. This product is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating new drug candidates and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the trifluoroethoxy group can improve biological activity and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials.
• Chemical Research: A versatile building block for academic and industrial research in fluorine chemistry and heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	84328-66-5
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3NO
Molecular Weight	201.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy)benzonitrile; m-(Trifluoroethoxy)benzonitrile; 3-(Trifluoroethoxy)benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-; 84328-66-5; 3-Trifluoroethoxybenzonitrile; 1-Cyano-3-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)benzene
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and impurity profile. We adhere to strict in-process controls and final release specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

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