Atomfair 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene 2-trifluoromethylbenzyl chloride C8H6ClF3

Description 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene (CAS No. 21742-00-7) is a high-purity aromatic compound with the molecular formula C8H6ClF3. This organofluorine building block features a reactive chloromethyl group adjacent to an electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl substituent, making it a versatile intermediate for synthetic applications. The compound is supplied as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. It is rigorously tested for identity, purity, and stability to ensure consistent performance in demanding research and industrial processes. Suitable for use under inert atmosphere, this reagent is packaged in amber glass bottles with secure closures to prevent moisture ingress and degradation.

Description

1-(Chloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene (CAS No. 21742-00-7) is a high-purity aromatic compound with the molecular formula C₈H₆ClF₃. This organofluorine building block features a reactive chloromethyl group adjacent to an electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl substituent, making it a versatile intermediate for synthetic applications. The compound is supplied as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. It is rigorously tested for identity, purity, and stability to ensure consistent performance in demanding research and industrial processes. Suitable for use under inert atmosphere, this reagent is packaged in amber glass bottles with secure closures to prevent moisture ingress and degradation.

CAS No: 21742-00-7
Molecular Formula: C8H6ClF3
Molecular Weight: 194.58
Exact Mass: 194.0110124
Monoisotopic Mass: 194.0110124
IUPAC Name: 1-(chloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene
SMILES: C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CCl)C(F)(F)F
Synonyms: 21742-00-7, 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene, 2-trifluoromethylbenzyl chloride, EINECS 244-560-6, DTXSID20176135

Application

This compound serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. The reactive chloromethyl group enables nucleophilic substitution reactions to create novel benzyl derivatives. The electron-deficient aromatic ring system is particularly valuable in medicinal chemistry for modulating compound lipophilicity and metabolic stability. Researchers utilize this building block in the development of PET radiotracers and bioactive molecules targeting CNS disorders.

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