Description

2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its trifluoromethoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its role in introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of advanced materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethoxy group can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of specialty organic electronic materials for displays and lighting applications.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific chemical resistance or modified physical properties to high-performance plastics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules in fine chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	886763-07-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-methylbenzaldehyde; 2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethoxy)benzaldehyde; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-anisaldehyde; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2-methyl-4-methoxybenzaldehyde; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-o-tolualdehyde; o-Tolualdehyde, 4-(trifluoromethoxy)-; Benzaldehyde, 2-methyl-4-(trifluoromethoxy)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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