Description

3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethylthio)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its unique trifluoromethylthio (-SCF₃) substituents. This compound is critical for introducing lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and electron-withdrawing properties into advanced molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the -SCF₃ group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials requiring specific fluorine content.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic synthesis for creating complex, fluorinated aromatic compounds via cross-coupling and derivatization reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Design: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis, where the benzoic acid moiety allows for easy conjugation to various scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethylthio)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	102117-40-8
Molecular Formula	C₉H₄F₆O₂S₂
Molecular Weight	322.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 3,5-bis[(trifluoromethyl)thio]-; 3,5-Bis(trifluoromethylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; 3,5-Di(trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid; 3,5-Bis(trifluoromethylmercapto)benzoic acid; 3,5-Bis(trifluoromethylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; 102117-40-8; 3,5-Bis(trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethylthio)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis and development work. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are supplied with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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