Description

Trifluoromethyl Sulfinyl Chloride is a highly reactive organosulfur compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the trifluoromethylsulfinyl group, a key motif for modifying the physical and biological properties of target molecules. This reagent is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel compounds with enhanced activity and stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of drugs targeting central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethylsulfinyl group improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic and thermal properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral sulfoxide ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A versatile reagent for introducing fluorine-containing functional groups in exploratory and process chemistry.
• Custom Synthesis: Critical for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) producing high-value, complex molecules for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trifluoromethyl Sulfinyl Chloride
CAS No.	20621-29-8
Molecular Formula	CClF3OS
Molecular Weight	152.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Trifluoromethanesulfinyl Chloride; (Trifluoromethyl)sulfinyl Chloride; Trifluoromethylsulfinyl Chloride; TFMSCl; CF3S(O)Cl; α,α,α-Trifluoromethanesulfinyl Chloride; Perfluoromethylsulfinyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our Trifluoromethyl Sulfinyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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