CAS 52334-81-3

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

Description:

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine is a heterocyclic organic compound characterized by a pyridine ring substituted with a chlorine atom at the second position and a trifluoromethyl group at the fifth position. Its molecular formula is C6H3ClF3N, and it features a pyridine structure, which is a six-membered aromatic ring containing one nitrogen atom. The presence of the trifluoromethyl group significantly enhances the compound's lipophilicity and alters its electronic properties, making it useful in various chemical applications. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on the temperature and purity. It is known for its potential applications in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Additionally, 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine exhibits moderate toxicity, necessitating careful handling and adherence to safety protocols during its use in laboratory and industrial settings. Its unique structural features contribute to its reactivity and utility in chemical reactions, particularly in the synthesis of more complex molecules.

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H3ClF3N/c7-5-2-1-4(3-11-5)6(8,9)10/h1-3H

InChI key: InChIKey=JFZJMSDDOOAOIV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(F)(F)(F)C=1C=CC(Cl)=NC1

Synonyms:

• 2,5-Ctf
• 2-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylpyridine
• 5-Trifluoromethyl-2-chloropyridine
• Pyridine, 2-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-
• 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

CAS: 52334-81-3

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Purity: >97.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White or Colorless to Light orange to Yellow powder to lump to clear liquid

Molecular weight: 181.54

Ref: 3B-C1194

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine, 97%

CAS: 52334-81-3

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Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Colorless to white to pale cream to cream to yellow to green, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or lumps or chunks or fused solid or clear liquid as melt

Molecular weight: 181.54

Ref: 02-L08207

2-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylpyridine

CAS: 52334-81-3

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 181.5429

Ref: IN-DA003GZS

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

CAS: 52334-81-3

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: colourless to white crystals

Molecular weight: 181.54g/mol

Ref: 54-PC2075B

2-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylpyridine

CAS: 52334-81-3

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Molecular weight: 181.55

Ref: 7W-GK7010

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

CAS: 52334-81-3

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Low Melting Solid

Molecular weight: 181.54

Ref: 10-F004552

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine

Controlled Product

CAS: 52334-81-3

Applications 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine is a starting material for the preparation of novel herbicide fluazifop-butyi. 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine is a mutagenic compound.
References Lu, Y., et al.: Shijie Nongyao, 31, 32 (2009); Dearfield, K. L., et al.: Mutat. Res. Lett., 301, 57 (1993)

Formula: C₆H₃ClF₃N

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 181.54

Ref: TR-C596176