Description

2-Nitro-5-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Phenol is a high-value, fluorinated phenolic intermediate distinguished by its unique pentafluorosulfanyl (SF5) functional group. This compound matters for its role in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research, where the SF5 moiety is prized for imparting exceptional lipophilicity, thermal stability, and metabolic resistance. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process developers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of next-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced environmental stability and efficacy.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in medicinal chemistry to develop novel drug candidates, particularly where the SF5 group is used as a bioisostere for trifluoromethyl or other lipophilic groups.
• Specialty Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating high-performance polymers with unique surface properties and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A potential precursor for advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays due to its polarizable aromatic core and fluorinated side chain.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile intermediate for further functionalization, enabling the creation of complex, fluorinated aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitro-5-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Phenol
CAS No.	1329120-21-9
Molecular Formula	C6H2F5NO3S
Molecular Weight	271.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Pentafluoro-λ6-sulfanyl)-2-nitrophenol; 2-Nitro-5-(pentafluorosulfanyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-nitro-5-(pentafluorosulfanyl)-; 2-Nitro-5-SF5-Phenol; 5-SF5-2-Nitrophenol; 2-Nitro-5-(pentafluorosulfuranyl)phenol; 2-Nitrophenyl pentafluorosulfanyl ether (tautomeric form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitro-5-(Pentafluorosulfanyl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.