Description

3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is a versatile fluorinated phenolic compound characterized by its trifluoromethyl and methyl substituents on the aromatic ring. This structural motif imparts unique physicochemical properties, making it a valuable advanced intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in high-value industries. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group improves lipophilicity and biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce fluorine-containing phenolic groups into specialty polymers, enhancing chemical and thermal resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or a functionalized substrate in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other sophisticated organic transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol
CAS No.	934180-46-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7F3O
Molecular Weight	176.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-methylphenol; 3-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzenol; 3-Hydroxy-5-methylbenzotrifluoride; m-Cresol, 5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 5-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenol; 3-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-cresol; 3-Methyl-5-trifluoromethylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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