Description

4-Cyano-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Acetanilide is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a unique trifluoromethyl and cyano-substituted aniline core. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where its structure imparts desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethyl and cyano groups.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry research for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated motifs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and novel reaction pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyano-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Acetanilide
CAS No.	97760-99-1
Molecular Formula	C10H7F3N2O
Molecular Weight	228.17 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(4-Cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetamide; 2-Acetamido-5-cyanobenzotrifluoride; 4'-Cyano-3'-trifluoromethylacetanilide; 4-Acetamido-2-cyanobenzotrifluoride; 2-Cyano-α,α,α-trifluoro-4-acetotoluidide; 4-Cyano-3-trifluoromethylacetanilide; Acetamide, N-[4-cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 97760-99-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyano-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Acetanilide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. The product may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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