Description

3,3',5,5'-Tetrakis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzophenone is a highly fluorinated aromatic ketone derivative, distinguished by its unique perfluoroalkyl-substituted structure. This compound is valued for its exceptional chemical stability, lipophilicity, and ability to impart specific electronic properties, making it a critical advanced intermediate in sophisticated chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring enhanced metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides where fluorine atoms improve biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Advanced Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins with high thermal, chemical, and UV resistance.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis, leveraging the electron-withdrawing effect of the CF3 groups.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors due to its potential charge-transport properties.
• Fluorinated Liquid Crystal Research: Acts as a core component in the synthesis of fluorinated mesogens for display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3',5,5'-Tetrakis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzophenone
CAS No.	175136-66-0
Molecular Formula	C17H4F12O
Molecular Weight	452.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-3,3',5,5'-tetrakis(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-3,3',5,5'-tetrakis(trifluoromethyl)-4,4'-methylenedibenzoic acid diphenyl ketone derivative; Bis[3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanone; 1,1'-[Carbonylbis(3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)-4,1-phenylene)]bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethanone) (related structure); Perfluorinated benzophenone derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,3',5,5'-Tetrakis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and GC-MS for residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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