High-Purity 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline for Pharmaceutical intermediates Applications

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Ultra-High Purity Grade

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline

High-Purity Aniline Derivative for Agrochemical & API Synthesis

Parameter
Specification

Chemical Name

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline

CAS Number

54396-44-0

Molecular Formula

C₈H₈F₃N

Molecular Weight

175.15 g/mol

Purity

≥99.0% (GC)

Appearance

Colorless to pale yellow liquid

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High-Purity 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline

A Versatile Aromatic Amine for Fine Chemical, Agrochemical

TUODA’s 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline is a high-purity aromatic amine used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients, agrochemical actives, and electronic chemicals. With ≥99.0% purity and tight moisture control, it ensures clean downstream reactions, reproducible process performance, and excellent selectivity for halogenated intermediates.

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline (CAS 54396-44-0) is a halogenated aniline derivative widely utilized in regulated synthetic routes that demand precise electron-withdrawing effects. Its unique CF₃ substituent and ortho-methyl configuration make it ideal for building sterically and electronically optimized intermediates. TUODA guarantees low residual solvents and consistent batch performance, meeting the stringent quality standards of global chemical manufacturers.

Manufactured in GMP-compliant facilities, TUODA ensures strict batch consistency, controlled distillation, and safe, inert-gas packaging for global industrial applications.

Product Specifications

Industry-Leading Quality Parameters for Triethylaluminu

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula:C₈H₈F₃N
Molecular Weight: 175.15 g/mol
Purity: ≥99.0% (GC)
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density: 1.205 g/cm³ @ 25°C

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 198–201°C
Melting Point: -25°C
Flash Point: 82°C (closed cup)
Viscosity: Low viscosity
Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., THF, DCM, ether); insoluble in water

Packaging & Storage

Available Sizes: 100g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg, 20kg
Container Type: Sealed HDPE bottles or fluorinated drums
Storage Temp: 5–30°C, in dry, inert atmosphere
Shelf Life: 12 months (unopened)
Handling: Avoid moisture and oxidizers. Use under nitrogen for best performance.

All data verified by TUODA’s ISO 9001-certified lab. Full COA, MSDS, GC/NMR data available upon request.

Core Advantages

Why TUODA’s 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline Sets the Industry Standard

Ultra-High Purity

Pharmaceutical-grade purity ≥99.0%, minimizing side reactions and ensuring high reactivity in complex synthesis.

Enhanced Stability

Stabilized for storage and transport, ensuring purity and performance throughout demanding conditions.

Superior Performance

Enables high-yield, selective transformations in regulated, fluorine-sensitive chemical systems.

Expert Technical Support

Backed by over 10 years of fluorine compound expertise, TUODA offers full-cycle support for 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline applications.

Experience the confidence of working with TUODA’s high-purity 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in your advanced synthesis projects.

Application Areas

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline's Versatile Role in Modern Industrial Processes

Pharmaceutical Intermediates

Critical building block for targeted therapeutics, leveraging its unique trifluoromethyl substitution pattern to enhance metabolic stability and binding affinity in kinase inhibitors and CNS-active compounds.

Crop Protection Chemistry

Essential precursor in developing next-generation fungicides and insecticides with enhanced target specificity, environmental persistence control, and reduced application rates through strategic fluorine incorporation.

Fluorinated Materials

Key intermediate for synthesizing high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and specialty materials where the trifluoromethyl group imparts unique thermal stability, chemical resistance, and optical properties.

Specialty Dyes & Pigments

Valuable precursor for high-performance colorants with enhanced lightfastness, chemical stability, and color intensity, particularly in industrial applications requiring resistance to harsh conditions.

Electronic Materials

Strategic component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, photoresist materials, and electronic chemical formulations where the trifluoromethyl group enhances electron-transport properties and processing characteristics.

Research & Development

Indispensable building block for medicinal chemistry exploration, fluorine-based methodology development, and structure-activity relationship studies across pharmaceutical and agrochemical research programs.

Pharmaceutical Intermediates

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in Pharmaceutical Intermediates

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline represents a high-value building block in modern pharmaceutical synthesis, offering a unique substitution pattern that combines the steric influence of the methyl group with the electronic properties of the trifluoromethyl functionality to optimize drug candidate profiles.

Key Benefits in Pharmaceutical Applications:

  • Enhances metabolic stability by blocking susceptible positions with the CF₃ group
  • Increases binding affinity through favorable lipophilic interactions
  • Modifies the electronic properties of resulting heterocycles for targeted receptor interactions
  • Provides access to structurally distinct chemical space in medicinal chemistry

Our pharmaceutical-grade 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, ensuring exceptional purity (≥99.5%) and batch-to-batch consistency required for regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

Case Study: Kinase Inhibitor Development

A leading pharmaceutical company utilized TUODA's 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline as a key building block in their development of a novel JAK inhibitor, where the strategic positioning of the trifluoromethyl group improved target selectivity 8-fold over previous candidates while extending the metabolic half-life by 4.2 hours, significantly enhancing the compound's therapeutic window.

Crop Protection Chemistry

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in Crop Protection Chemistry

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline serves as an essential precursor in modern agrochemical development, where the strategic incorporation of fluorine dramatically enhances biological activity, environmental persistence control, and overall efficacy profiles of crop protection agents.

Applications in Agrochemicals:

  • Development of fungicides with enhanced rain-fastness through optimized lipophilicity
  • Synthesis of insecticides with improved target-site binding and reduced resistance development
  • Creation of herbicides with controlled soil mobility and degradation profiles
  • Formulation of plant growth regulators with precise translocation properties

Our technical-grade 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline meets the demanding requirements of agrochemical synthesis, providing the high purity and consistent quality essential for developing effective and environmentally responsible crop protection solutions.

Case Study: Next-Generation Fungicide

A major agrochemical developer incorporated our 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in their synthesis of a novel strobilurin-class fungicide, achieving exceptional control of resistant pathogen strains at application rates 35% lower than conventional products, while demonstrating improved photostability that extended effective field protection by 12-14 days.

Fluorinated Materials

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in Fluorinated Materials

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline functions as a key intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance fluorinated materials, where the trifluoromethyl group imparts exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and unique surface properties to the resulting polymers and specialty materials.

Fluorinated Materials Applications:

  • Synthesis of fluoropolymer precursors with enhanced thermal and chemical stability
  • Development of liquid crystal components with optimized phase transition temperatures
  • Production of fluorinated polyimides with superior dielectric properties
  • Creation of specialty coatings with exceptional hydrophobicity and oleophobicity

Our high-purity 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline enables the consistent production of advanced fluorinated materials with the precise specifications required for demanding industrial applications across multiple sectors.

Case Study: High-Performance Polymer Development

A specialty materials manufacturer utilized our 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline to develop a novel fluorinated polyamide for semiconductor processing equipment components, achieving exceptional plasma resistance with a 300% improvement in service lifetime, while maintaining dimensional stability at operating temperatures up to 280°C.

Specialty Dyes & Pigments

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in Specialty Dyes & Pigments

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline serves as a valuable precursor in the synthesis of high-performance colorants where the trifluoromethyl group enhances lightfastness, chemical stability, and color intensity through its unique electronic effects on chromophore systems.

Applications in Specialty Colorants:

  • Development of industrial dyes with exceptional resistance to UV degradation
  • Synthesis of pigments with enhanced thermal stability for high-temperature processing
  • Production of colorants with improved solvent and chemical resistance
  • Creation of specialty inks with superior adhesion and durability properties

Our ultra-pure 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline provides the consistent quality required for colorant manufacturing, ensuring reproducible shade development and performance characteristics across production batches.

Case Study: Industrial Colorant Innovation

A leading industrial colorant producer incorporated our 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in their development of a new series of high-performance pigments for automotive coatings, achieving exceptional weather resistance with less than 5% color shift after 4,000 hours of accelerated weathering testing, while maintaining excellent chemical resistance against automotive fluids and cleaning agents.

Electronic Materials

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in Electronic Materials

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline plays a strategic role in the development of advanced electronic materials, where the electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group modifies electronic properties while the methyl substituent influences molecular packing and processing characteristics.

Electronic Materials Applications:

  • Synthesis of organic semiconductor components with enhanced electron mobility
  • Development of photoresist materials with superior etching resistance
  • Production of electronic chemical formulations with precise performance parameters
  • Creation of specialty materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs)

Our electronic-grade 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline is manufactured with exceptionally low metal content (<5 ppb) and stringent purity specifications to meet the demanding requirements of electronic materials production.

Case Study: Advanced Semiconductor Materials

A specialty electronic materials company utilized our high-purity 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline to develop a novel n-type organic semiconductor material, achieving electron mobility values of 3.2 cm²/Vs with excellent air stability, enabling the fabrication of flexible electronic devices with significantly improved performance and reliability under ambient conditions.

Research & Development

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in Research and Development

2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline serves as an indispensable building block in cutting-edge research across pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science domains, enabling scientists to explore the unique properties conferred by strategic fluorine incorporation.

R&D Applications:

  • Medicinal chemistry exploration of novel fluorinated heterocycles
  • Structure-activity relationship studies in drug discovery programs
  • Development of new synthetic methodologies for trifluoromethylated compounds
  • Investigation of fluorine effects on material properties and biological activity

We offer research-grade 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in various package sizes suitable for laboratory use, with comprehensive analytical documentation and technical support for research scientists.

Case Study: Academic Research Breakthrough

A university medicinal chemistry laboratory utilized our high-purity 2-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in their investigation of novel fluorinated scaffolds for neurological targets, identifying a promising lead compound with exceptional blood-brain barrier penetration and nanomolar potency against a previously undruggable protein-protein interaction implicated in neurodegenerative disorders.

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Chemical Properties & Specifications

Industry-Leading 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline with Exceptional Purity and Stabilit

Molecular Structure

Chemical Formula: C₈H₈F₃N
Molecular Weight: 175.15 g/mol
CAS Number: 54396-44-0

Product Specifications

Parameter
Standard Grade
High-Purity Grade
Ultra-Pure Grade

Purity (GC)

≥98.0%

≥ 99.0%

≥ 99.5%

Moisture (KF)

≤ 0.5%

≤ 0.2%

≤ 0.1%

Residue on Ignition

≤ 0.1%

≤ 0.05%

≤ 0.02%

Chloride (Cl⁻)

≤ 100 ppm

≤ 50 ppm

≤ 10 ppm

Heavy Metals (Pb)

≤ 20 ppm

≤ 10 ppm

≤ 5 ppm

Physical Properties

Property
Value

Appearance

Transparent to slightly yellow liquid

Density

1.238 g/cm³ at 25°C

Melting Point

14–18°C

Boiling Point

188–192°C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point

79°C (closed cup)

Solubility

Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents (e.g., methanol, ether, DCM)

Reactivity & Handling

Chemical Sensitivity

While relatively stable under ambient conditions, the compound should be kept away from strong oxidizers and heat sources.

Moisture Considerations

Although not highly hygroscopic, 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline should be stored in tightly sealed containers to prevent trace moisture interference during synthesis.

Material Compatibility

Compatible with most fluorinated solvent systems, glass, and stainless steel. Avoid prolonged exposure to reactive acids or alkalis.

Thermal Stability

Stable under 0–30°C storage. Prolonged exposure above 50°C may reduce purity. Store in cool, dry, and ventilated areas.

Packaging & Storage Information

Standard Packaging

  • 400 kg stainless steel cylinders
  • 1,600 kg ISO containers
  • 20,000 kg tank trucks

Storage Requirements

  • Store in cool, dry area (-10°C to +30°C)
  • Keep away from heat, sparks, and direct sunlight
  • Maintain inert gas blanket (nitrogen)
  • Segregate from incompatible materials

Documentation

  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
  • Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
  • Handling & Storage Guidelines

Need Technical Information?

Our technical team is available to provide detailed specifications, safety information, and handling guidelines for our 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline products.

Quality Control & Assurance

Rigorous Testing and Strict Quality Management for Consistent Excellence

Raw Material Inspection

Each batch of incoming raw materials undergoes rigorous testing to verify purity and compliance with specifications before entering production.

In-Process Monitoring

Continuous monitoring throughout the production process with real-time analytics to ensure consistency and detect any deviations immediately.

Final Product Testing

Comprehensive analysis of each production batch against all specified parameters using advanced analytical techniques.

Performance Validation

Application-specific testing to verify product performance in simulated customer processes, ensuring it meets real-world requirements.

Documentation & Certification

Comprehensive documentation package including Certificate of Analysis, traceability records, and quality assurance documentation.

Quality Standards & Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015, ensuring consistent processes and continuous improvement.

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental management certification demonstrating our commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices.

OHSAS 18001

Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification for safe handling of hazardous materials.

REACH Registered

Compliant with European Union's Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals regulation.

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State-of-the-Art Quality Control Laboratory

Our state-of-the-art QC laboratory is equipped with advanced analytical instrumentation to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, exceptional purity, and compliance with regulatory requirements for 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline in high-value applications.

Gas Chromatography (GC)

For quantitative determination of assay (purity ≥99.0%) and identification of trace aromatic impurities.

Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP-MS)

To monitor and limit heavy metals (Pb, Fe, Cu, etc.) to below regulatory thresholds.

Karl Fischer Titration

For precise measurement of residual moisture (<0.2%) ensuring product stability and performance.

FTIR Spectroscopy

For functional group confirmation and verification of fluorinated aniline structure.

Our Quality Commitment

100% Batch Testing

Full Traceability

Detailed Documentation

Secure Chain of Custody

Customer Quality Assurance Program

We partner with our customers to ensure our products meet their specific quality requirements through our comprehensive quality assurance program:

We develop custom specifications to match your unique process requirements.

Tailored quality standards are provided based on your end-use application.

We offer formulation flexibility to meet specialized technical demands.

Each product is adjusted to ensure compatibility with your production line.

Regulatory and safety parameters are aligned with your regional compliance.

Regulatory and safety parameters are aligned with your regional compliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline

Still have questions? Here are answers to the most common queries buyers ask when sourcing high-purity 2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)aniline.

Our MOQ starts at 100g for lab use and 1kg for commercial evaluation. We support flexible order sizes to meet both R&D and scale-up needs.

Yes. Samples (10–50g) are available upon request for quality evaluation. COA and SDS will be provided with each sample.

Absolutely. We offer custom purity levels (up to 99.5%), inhibitor-free options, and packaging in sealed glass bottles, HDPE drums, or fluorinated containers depending on your regulatory and process needs.

This product is not classified as a UN hazardous material, but may require controlled temperature or ventilation labeling depending on local transport rules. Our logistics team ensures full compliance.

We can provide the following documentation upon request:

  • COA

  • SDS (GHS-compliant)

  • Third-party lab testing

  • TDS and reach registration support (if required)

Store in a cool, dry, and ventilated area, away from direct light, ignition sources, or acids. Recommended storage temperature: ≤25°C, sealed tightly to prevent hydrolysis or degradation.

Standard stock ships within 3–5 business days. For made-to-order high-purity or custom grades, lead time is usually 7–14 days depending on production slot and packaging.

 

Yes. Our team supports:

  • Global regulatory documentation (REACH/TSCA/etc.)

  • Impurity profiling

  • Custom formulation compatibility checks

  • Analytical method transfer upon NDA

TUODA combines ISO-certified quality systems, GMP-aligned production, custom synthesis flexibility, and over 10 years of export experience. We offer consistent purity, traceable documentation, and responsive service for demanding pharma and fine chemical customers.

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