Description

2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylboronic Acid is a specialized organoboron compound, a key building block in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in enabling precise carbon-carbon bond formation, which is fundamental for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Suzuki-Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reactions: A premier catalyst for creating biaryl structures, a common motif in drug discovery and material science.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with trifluoromethyl and methyl-substituted aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as those for OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for tagging and modifying biomolecules in proteomics and diagnostic assay development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylboronic Acid
CAS No.	957034-45-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8BF3O2
Molecular Weight	203.96 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)boronic acid; 2-Methyl-4-trifluoromethylbenzeneboronic acid; 4-Trifluoromethyl-o-tolylboronic acid; B-[2-Methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]boronic acid; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolueneboronic acid; 957034-45-6; Boronic acid, B-[2-methyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Methyl-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenylboronic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity and reactivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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