Description

3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid building block distinguished by its trifluoromethoxy substituent. This compound is essential for introducing lipophilicity and metabolic stability into target molecules, making it a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethoxy group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), contributing to improved performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to functionalize polymers, imparting specific properties such as altered solubility, thermal stability, or surface characteristics for advanced material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A versatile reagent for constructing complex organic architectures in academic and industrial research laboratories, enabling novel chemical space exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	916420-51-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight	220.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid; 5-(Trifluoromethoxy)-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-5-(trifluoromethoxy)-; m-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-cresyl ether carboxylic acid; 3-Methyl-5-trifluoromethoxybenzoic acid; 916420-51-4; 3-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid CAS 916420-51-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

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%

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