Description

4-(5-Trifluoromethyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridin-2-Yl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block and intermediate. This compound matters for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to incorporate its unique trifluoromethyl-imidazopyridine scaffold.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in therapeutic areas targeting the central nervous system, oncology, and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductors, due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Biology: Serves as a core structure for designing molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors in biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for client-specific projects requiring complex heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Trifluoromethyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridin-2-Yl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	944580-83-0
Molecular Formula	C16H10F3N2O2
Molecular Weight	322.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(5-(trifluoromethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-2-yl)benzoate; 4-(5-Trifluoromethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-2-yl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-[5-(trifluoromethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-2-yl]-, methyl ester; 944580-83-0; Methyl 4-(5-trifluoromethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-2-yl)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide material with a typical purity of ≥97% (by HPLC), suitable for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. Our quality management system supports the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to ensure stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.