3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride CAS 444915-54-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.444915-54-2
Molecular FormulaC8H5ClF4
Molecular Weight212.57 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride CAS 444915-54-2 chemical structure

Description

CATO supplies 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride (CAS 444915-54-2), a certified reference material (molecular formula C8H5ClF4, MW 212.57 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Based on its molecular formula C8H5ClF4, 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride contains fluorine/chlorine substitution, an aromatic ring system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 212.57 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC8H5ClF4
Molecular Weight212.57 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at room temperature, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, acetonitrile, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)2025
Halogen ContentF/Cl-containing

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