Description

2-(Trifluoromethyl)Xanthone is a specialized fluorinated organic compound belonging to the xanthone family, characterized by a trifluoromethyl substituent that imparts unique electronic and steric properties. This high-value intermediate is critical for advanced synthesis in pharmaceutical and materials science research, where its structural motif is leveraged to modulate biological activity and material characteristics. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core structure or dopant in the development of electron-transport materials and emitters for display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into high-performance polymers and coatings to improve thermal stability, chemical resistance, and surface properties.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Utilized as a scaffold for developing sensitive fluorescent dyes and sensors used in bioimaging and analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethyl)Xanthone
CAS No.	1496-15-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₇F₃O₂
Molecular Weight	264.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-9H-xanthen-9-one; 9H-Xanthen-9-one, 2-(trifluoromethyl)-; Xanthone, 2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Trifluoromethylxanthone; 2-TFMX; NSC 403714; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)xanthen-9-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Trifluoromethyl)Xanthone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting R&D and pilot-scale production standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.