Description

1-Phenoxy-4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Benzene is a high-value, fluorinated aromatic building block characterized by the unique pentafluorosulfanyl (SF₅) functional group. This compound matters for its exceptional combination of high thermal stability, pronounced lipophilicity, and strong electron-withdrawing properties, making it a sought-after intermediate in advanced material science. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for incorporating the metabolically stable SF₅ group into drug candidates, potentially enhancing bioavailability and patent life.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the SF₅ group can improve weatherfastness and biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorinated components in electronic display technologies, contributing to improved dielectric anisotropy and stability.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to enhance chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties of high-performance plastics and coatings.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated for use in the synthesis of novel semiconductors and charge-transport materials for photovoltaic and transistor applications.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Utilized in the development of sophisticated ligand systems for catalysis in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Phenoxy-4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Benzene
CAS No.	1126968-86-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₇F₅OS
Molecular Weight	294.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)phenyl phenyl ether; 4-Phenoxyphenylsulfur pentafluoride; 1-Phenoxy-4-(SF5)benzene; p-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)phenoxybenzene; SF5-Phenoxybenzene; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-ol, 4'-(pentafluorosulfanyl)-; 4'-SF5-Biphenyl-4-ol phenyl ether (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Phenoxy-4-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Benzene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC/NMR), impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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