Description

3-Chloro-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzoyl Chloride is a highly reactive and versatile organofluorine building block. Its unique structure, featuring both a benzoyl chloride group and a pentafluorosulfur substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing specific functionalities into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients. Its precise reactivity enables the synthesis of complex molecules with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of new drugs targeting central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the pentafluorosulfur group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated compounds used in the manufacture of high-performance liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorinated side chains into polymers, improving their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic and heterocyclic compounds via Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors for OLEDs and photovoltaic cells.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Chloro-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1240257-81-1
Molecular Formula	C7HCl2F5OS
Molecular Weight	291.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-5-(pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)benzoyl chloride; 5-(Pentafluorosulfur)-3-chlorobenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-chloro-5-(pentafluorosulfur)-; SF5-Substituted Benzoyl Chloride; 3-Chloro-5-SF5 Benzoyl Chloride; (3-Chloro-5-(sulfur pentafluoride)phenyl)methanoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-5-(Pentafluorosulfur)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to support cGMP and ISO compliant workflows for our global customer base.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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