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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>2,4,6-Trifluorobenzoyl chloride</strong> (CAS 359-10-8; C7H2F3ClO) is a highly reactive acylating agent produced via chlorination of trifluorobenzoic acid. It serves as a critical intermediate in synthesizing pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Synthesis of fluorinated heterocycles for drug discovery.</li>
<li>Production of specialized polymers and liquid crystals.</li>
<li>Manufacturing of high-performance pesticides.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in sealed containers under dry nitrogen at low temperatures. Strict PPE is mandatory due to corrosive nature and moisture sensitivity releasing toxic HF fumes.</p>