Description

3-Fluoro-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Phenol is a high-value fluorinated phenolic intermediate characterized by its unique combination of fluorine and pentafluorosulfur substituents. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in advanced material science and pharmaceutical chemistry, enabling the synthesis of novel compounds with enhanced properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for developing next-generation products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated aromatic systems for improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the pentafluorosulfur group can contribute to unique biological activity and environmental persistence profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for fluorine-containing components in electronic display materials, enhancing dielectric anisotropy and thermal stability.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into specialty polymers and resins to impart specific properties such as chemical resistance, low surface energy, or altered refractive index.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Utilized in the design of novel ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other fine chemical synthesis reactions.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research exploring new fluorinated compounds and their physicochemical behaviors.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Phenol
CAS No.	1240257-72-0
Molecular Formula	C6H2F6OS
Molecular Weight	236.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-5-(pentafluoro-λ⁶-sulfanyl)phenol; Phenol, 3-fluoro-5-(pentafluorosulfur)-; 5-(Pentafluorosulfur)-3-fluorophenol; 3-Fluoro-5-(SF5)phenol; SF5-Phenol derivative; 3-F-SF5-PhOH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Due to the reactive nature of fluorinated compounds, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.