Description

(2-Nitro-5-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Acetic Acid is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative featuring both nitro and trifluoromethyl substituents. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research & development teams in the creation of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals where the trifluoromethyl group imparts desirable properties like chemical resistance and stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions and for introducing fluorinated aromatic systems into target molecules.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Nitro-5-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	927801-01-2
Molecular Formula	C9H6F3NO4
Molecular Weight	249.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic acid; [2-Nitro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; α-(2-Nitro-5-trifluoromethylphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-Nitro-α-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; (2-Nitro-5-trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic Acid; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-nitrophenylacetic Acid; NSC 405124; Aromatic Nitro Acid Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Nitro-5-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

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%
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.