
Catalog Number	AR003BVV
Chemical Name	2-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile
CAS Number	62584-32-1
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF3N
Molecular Weight	205.5643
MDL Number	MFCD04115989
SMILES	N#Cc1cccc(c1Cl)C(F)(F)F

2-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis for its unique reactivity and properties. This compound serves as a key building block in the production of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. In organic synthesis, it is commonly employed as a valuable electrophilic intermediate for the introduction of the trifluoromethyl group into complex molecules. The presence of the chloro and cyano groups in its structure allows for diverse functional group transformations, enabling the formation of structurally complex compounds efficiently. Additionally, the trifluoromethyl group enhances the pharmacological properties of the final products, making this compound particularly valuable in drug discovery and development. Its application in Suzuki couplings, cyanation reactions, and cross-coupling reactions highlights its significance in modern synthetic chemistry.