Description

4-Nitro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Triflate, 2-Nitro-5-{[(Trifluoromethyl)Sulphonyl]Oxy}Benzotrifluoride is a high-value, multi-functional trifluoromethanesulfonate (triflate) ester building block, essential for introducing the nitro-trifluoromethylphenyl moiety into complex molecular architectures. Its primary commercial value lies in its exceptional reactivity as an electrophile in cross-coupling reactions and as a versatile intermediate for constructing advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing nitro and trifluoromethyl groups, particularly in kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a superior electrophilic partner in Suzuki-Miyaura, Stille, and Negishi cross-coupling reactions due to the excellent leaving group ability of the triflate anion.
• Material Science Precursor: Intermediate in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals that require specific aromatic fluorinated units for desired electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) reactions and as a precursor for generating other functionalized benzenes via transformation of the nitro group.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool compound for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research to explore new chemical spaces and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Triflate, 2-Nitro-5-{[(Trifluoromethyl)Sulphonyl]Oxy}Benzotrifluoride
CAS No.	1446016-89-2
Molecular Formula	C9H3F6NO5S
Molecular Weight	351.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-{[(trifluoromethyl)sulphonyl]oxy}benzotrifluoride; 4-Nitro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl trifluoromethanesulfonate; 3-Trifluoromethyl-4-nitrophenyl triflate; 1-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-4-(trifluoromethanesulfonyloxy)benzene; 2-Nitro-α,α,α,5-tetrakis(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanol sulfonate; 4-Nitro-3-trifluoromethylphenyl trifluoromethanesulfonate; (4-Nitro-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl) triflate; Benzotrifluoride, 2-nitro-5-[(trifluoromethyl)sulfonyl]oxy]-
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Nitro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl Triflate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis workflows. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for full traceability and quality assurance.

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). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5% w/w
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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