Description

Bis(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Methanone is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the trifluoromethyl groups, which are critical for modifying the physical and chemical characteristics of target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the CF3 group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for sophisticated ligands in catalysis and as a building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other functional polymers.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of novel materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors, leveraging its electron-withdrawing properties.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into polymer backbones to create high-performance, specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	21221-91-0
Molecular Formula	C15H8F6O
Molecular Weight	318.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; Di(4-trifluoromethylphenyl) ketone; 1,1'-(Carbonylbis(4,1-phenylene))bis(1,1,1-trifluoromethane); α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-4,4'-methylenedibenzo-phenone; Bis[p-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl] ketone; 4,4'-(Trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; (4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)(4'-trifluoromethylphenyl)methanone
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Quality Control

Our Bis(4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.