Description

3-Trifluoromethylbenzylmethylsulfone is a high-purity organosulfur compound featuring a trifluoromethylbenzyl group, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This product is primarily targeted at research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, contributing to materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions to introduce the sulfone and trifluoromethylbenzyl functionalities into more complex architectures.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control testing within the fine chemical supply chain.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Trifluoromethylbenzylmethylsulfone
CAS No.	25195-49-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9F3O2S
Molecular Weight	238.23 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α,α-Trifluoro-m-tolyl methyl sulfone; (3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methyl methyl sulfone; 1-(Methylsulfonyl)methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl methyl sulfone; m-Trifluoromethylbenzyl methyl sulfone; Benzene, 1-[(methylsulfonyl)methyl]-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; Methyl (3-trifluoromethylbenzyl) sulfone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Trifluoromethylbenzylmethylsulfone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, including cGMP intermediates for pharmaceutical development.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.