3-Trifluoromethylphenol CAS:98-17-9, also known as 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenol, is a useful fluorinated aromatic building block. Its molecular formula is C7H5F3O and its molecular weight is 162.109g/mol.
Featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and an electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl (CF₃) group, this compound offers versatile reactivity for the synthesis of fluorinated aromatic intermediates. It is widely relevant to pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical development.
The hydroxyl group provides a convenient site for further functionalization, while the CF₃ group can modify the electronic and physicochemical properties of the resulting molecules. This combination makes 3-Trifluoromethylphenol a valuable starting material for multi-step organic synthesis.
Related Fluorinated Building Blocks
UCHEM also supplies a range of related trifluoromethyl-substituted aromatic intermediates, including:
3-Bromobenzotrifluoride CAS:401-78-5
3'-(Trifluoromethyl)acetophenone CAS:349-76-8
3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde CAS:454-89-7
m-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid CAS:454-92-2
3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile CAS:368-77-4
This product portfolio covers a variety of functional groups and provides convenient options for different synthetic routes.
UCHEM Supply Advantage
UCHEM currently maintains hundreds of kilograms of 3-Trifluoromethylphenol CAS:98-17-9 in stock and has the capability to support large-scale production and supply. This substantial inventory can help customers reduce lead times and maintain stable supply for ongoing R&D and manufacturing projects.
UCHEM can provide flexible supply solutions for different procurement requirements, from laboratory-scale orders to larger-volume industrial applications.
