Description

3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzophenone is a high-value fluorinated aromatic ketone building block, distinguished by its two electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl groups. This structural motif is critical for imparting enhanced lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and unique electronic properties to advanced materials and pharmaceuticals. It is an essential intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors who require precise molecular tuning for product development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas requiring fluorinated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl groups enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for sophisticated ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis, enabling challenging chemical transformations.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify electronic properties.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination chemistry and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzophenone
CAS No.	21221-93-2
Molecular Formula	C15H6F6O
Molecular Weight	316.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; [3,5-Bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl](phenyl)methanone; Benzophenone, 3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-3,5-xylenophenone; 3,5-Di(trifluoromethyl)benzophenone; Methanone, [3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]phenyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.