Description

Triformylmethane is a versatile organic compound with the CAS number 18655-47-5, serving as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its trifunctional structure, featuring three formyl groups, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical starting material for the synthesis of various heterocyclic scaffolds found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a backbone for creating polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Polymer and Resin Chemistry: Employed in the manufacture of specialty polymers, resins, and cross-linking agents due to its multiple reactive sites.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step organic reactions to construct complex molecular architectures in research and development.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a key component in the synthesis of certain advanced colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triformylmethane
CAS No.	18655-47-5
Molecular Formula	C4H4O3
Molecular Weight	100.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Trioxane-2,4,6-trione; 1,3,5-Trioxanetrione; Methanetriyl Triformate; Formic Anhydride; Triformyl Methane; 2,4,6-Trioxo-1,3,5-trioxane
EINECS	242-459-0

Quality Control

Our Triformylmethane is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	152 - 156 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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