Description

4-Nitro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic acid chloride intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both a nitro group and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced compounds with specific electronic and steric properties. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing high-performance, light-fast organic dyes and pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and polyamides with unique thermal and chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on fluorinated organic compounds and nitro-aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	85430-30-4
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF3NO3
Molecular Weight	253.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-nitrobenzoyl chloride; 4-Nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluoyl chloride; 4-Nitro-2-trifluoromethylbenzoyl chloride; 4-Nitro-α,α,α-trifluoro-2-methylbenzoyl chloride; 2-Trifluoromethyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid chloride; Benzoic acid, 4-nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-, chloride; 85430-30-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and moisture. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent derivative, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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