Description

1,3,4-Trifluoro-2-Methyl-5-Trifluoromethyl-Benzene is a highly fluorinated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring multiple fluorine atoms and a trifluoromethyl group, provides exceptional stability and lipophilicity, making it invaluable for creating high-performance materials and active ingredients. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active compounds, as well as by specialty chemical manufacturers for advanced material applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring enhanced metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atoms contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core or side-chain component in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials, improving electronic properties and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers and resins to enhance chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and other organic transformations to introduce fluorinated aromatic motifs into complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,4-Trifluoro-2-Methyl-5-Trifluoromethyl-Benzene
CAS No.	933674-91-0
Molecular Formula	C9H5F6
Molecular Weight	236.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,3,4-trifluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 1,3,4-Trifluoro-2-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 5-Trifluoromethyl-1,3,4-trifluoro-2-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1,3,4-trifluoro-2-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; α,α,α,2,3,5-Hexafluorotoluene (related isomer); Hexafluorotoluene derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1,3,4-Trifluoro-2-Methyl-5-Trifluoromethyl-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up processes.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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