Description

4-(Trifluoromethylthio)Phenyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate monomer featuring a reactive isocyanate group and a trifluoromethylthio substituent. This unique structure provides a valuable combination of high reactivity and enhanced chemical resistance, making it a critical building block for advanced materials. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: A key precursor for synthesizing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethylthio group can improve biological activity and environmental stability.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating urea and carbamate derivatives with potential therapeutic applications.
• Specialty Polymers: Serves as a monomer for producing polyurethanes and polyureas with enhanced chemical, thermal, and hydrolytic resistance for high-performance coatings and adhesives.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials, where its structure contributes to desired electronic properties and molecular alignment.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as an effective cross-linker for polymers containing hydroxyl or amine groups, improving material durability and mechanical strength.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Trifluoromethylthio)Phenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	24032-84-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4F3NOS
Molecular Weight	219.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isocyanato-4-(trifluoromethylthio)benzene; p-(Trifluoromethylthio)phenyl isocyanate; 4-(Trifluoromethylsulfanyl)phenyl isocyanate; 4-Isocyanatophenyl trifluoromethyl sulfide; α,α,α-Trifluoro-p-tolyl isothiocyanate analog; NSC 169042; 4-Trifluoromethylthiophenyl isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Trifluoromethylthio)Phenyl Isocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. Due to its moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) nature, containers must be kept sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.45 g/cm³

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