Description

Benzenesulfonothioic Acid, S-(Trifluoromethyl) Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a reactive sulfonothioate ester group. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the trifluoromethylthio (SCF₃) moiety. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients. Its unique structure enables the creation of compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with trifluoromethylthioether functional groups, which can improve drug potency and pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the SCF₃ group contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, ligands, and functional materials with specific surface properties or reactivity.
• Fluorine Chemistry: Acts as a versatile reagent for the trifluoromethylthiolation of various organic substrates in academic and industrial research settings.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for labeling and modifying biomolecules in proteomics and medicinal chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenesulfonothioic Acid, S-(Trifluoromethyl) Ester
CAS No.	15398-96-6
Molecular Formula	C₇H₅F₃O₂S₂
Molecular Weight	242.24 g/mol
Synonyms	S-(Trifluoromethyl) Benzenesulfonothioate; Benzenesulfonyl Trifluoromethyl Sulfide; Phenyl Trifluoromethyl Sulfone; Trifluoromethyl Phenyl Sulfone; Benzenesulfonothioic Acid Trifluoromethyl Ester; Thiobenzenesulfonic Acid S-Trifluoromethyl Ester; SC-15398-96-6
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenesulfonothioic Acid, S-(Trifluoromethyl) Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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