Chemical Name: | Quinoline, 2-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)- |
CAS Number: | 25199-86-4 |
Product Number: | AG002QV3(AGN-PC-058CRM) |
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Molecular Formula: | C10H5ClF3N |
Molecular Weight: | 231.6016 |
2-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)quinoline is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. It serves as a valuable building block in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries due to its unique structural properties. This compound is employed in the synthesis of various biologically active molecules, including pharmaceutical drugs and crop protection agents. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances the compound's lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it an attractive choice for designing potential drug candidates. In addition, the chloro-quinoline scaffold provides opportunities for further functionalization, allowing for the creation of diverse chemical libraries for drug discovery purposes.