Description

4-(3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for creating compounds with tailored electronic and steric properties. This product is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for targets requiring halogenated and fluorinated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and charge-generating compounds in electronic displays and devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to create specialty polymers with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to prepare complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and material science research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	893637-96-2
Molecular Formula	C14H8ClF3O2
Molecular Weight	300.66 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(3-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[3-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 4-(3-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylphenyl)benzoic acid; 4-(3-Chloro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluoro-m-tolyl)benzoic acid; 893637-96-2; 4-(3-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(3-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR for comprehensive characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, supporting compliance in regulated research and manufacturing environments.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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