Description

3-(2-Methylphenyl)-4'-Trifluoromethylpropiophenone is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a propiophenone core substituted with both a 2-methylphenyl group and a trifluoromethylphenyl moiety. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines aromatic and fluorinated components, making it a versatile building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring fluorinated motifs for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a critical scaffold for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can improve lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Material Science: Used in the research and production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and fluorinated structure.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for organic chemists to construct more complex molecules via reactions such as reductions, Grignard additions, or cross-coupling reactions.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Methylphenyl)-4'-Trifluoromethylpropiophenone
CAS No.	898789-79-2
Molecular Formula	C17H15F3O
Molecular Weight	292.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-3-(2-methylphenyl)propan-1-one; 3-(2-Methylphenyl)-1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]propan-1-one; 4'-Trifluoromethyl-3-(o-tolyl)propiophenone; 3-(o-Tolyl)-4'-(trifluoromethyl)propiophenone; Propiophenone, 3-(2-methylphenyl)-4'-(trifluoromethyl)-; 898789-79-2; 3-(2-Methylphenyl)-4'-trifluoromethyl propiophenone
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2-Methylphenyl)-4'-Trifluoromethylpropiophenone adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.