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China and India are the leading exporters of 2-Chlorobenzotrifluoride (CAS 88-16-4), collectively accounting for over 70% of global export value in 2023–2024, while the United States, Germany, and South Korea represent the largest importers. Import volumes into the U.S. and EU have remained stable since 2022, with modest upward pressure on 2-Chlorobenzotrifluoride prices reflecting tightening supply from key Asian producers.
2-Chlorobenzotrifluoride is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature with a mild aromatic odor and moderate volatility. It is an aromatic organofluorine compound, specifically a chlorinated trifluoromethylbenzene derivative. As a versatile synthetic intermediate, it is primarily employed in the preparation of agrochemicals—including herbicides and fungicides—and pharmaceuticals, where the trifluoromethyl group imparts enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity. Its applications are concentrated in fine chemical synthesis for active ingredients used in crop protection and human health products.
Dye intermediate, chemical intermediate, solvent, and dielectric fluid.
Clear colourless to light yellow liquid
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is 2-Chlorobenzotrifluoride and 2-Chlorobenzotrifluoride SDS information.
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