Description

4-Biphenylyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile triflate ester, enabling efficient cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing biphenyl or fluorinated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the reactive triflate leaving group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Biphenylyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	17763-78-9
Molecular Formula	C13H9F3O3S
Molecular Weight	302.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenylphenyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-yl Trifluoromethanesulfonate; p-Biphenylyl Triflate; 4-Biphenylyl Triflate; (1,1'-Biphenyl-4-yl) Trifluoromethanesulfonate; 4-(Trifluoromethanesulfonyloxy)biphenyl; Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid 1,1'-Biphenyl-4-yl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Biphenylyl Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.