Methyl 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate

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  • CAT Number: L020144
  • CAS Number: 115591-65-6
  • Molecular Formula: C9H6ClF3O2
  • Molecular Weight: 238.59
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Methyl 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate(Cat No.:L020144)is a versatile chemical intermediate commonly used in organic synthesis, particularly within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. This compound features a chloro and trifluoromethyl group attached to a benzoate ester, providing unique reactivity that is valuable for constructing complex molecular frameworks. It is often utilized in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering a key building block for various synthesis pathways. Its high purity and stability make it an essential tool for researchers and chemists working on innovative drug discovery and development projects.


Catalog Number L020144
CAS Number 115591-65-6
Molecular Formula C9H6ClF3O2
Purity ≥95%
IUPAC Name methyl 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate
InChI InChI=1S/C9H6ClF3O2/c1-15-8(14)6-3-2-5(10)4-7(6)9(11,12)13/h2-4H,1H3
InChIKey NHOXZNZUKPMTMA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES COC(=O)C1=C(C=C(C=C1)Cl)C(F)(F)F

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