Description

3,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,2-Benzenedithiol CAS NO 25523-43-7 is a fluorinated aromatic dithiol compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced material synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both thiol groups and fluorine atoms, makes it a valuable precursor for creating high-performance polymers, ligands, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced stability and specific reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorine-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atoms impart improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers, such as polybenzothiazoles, with exceptional thermal and chemical resistance.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a chelating ligand precursor for metal complexes used in catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic aromatic substitution and polymerization reactions, due to its reactive thiol groups.
• Electronic Materials: Potential precursor in the synthesis of conductive polymers or materials for organic electronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,2-Benzenedithiol
CAS No.	25523-43-7
Molecular Formula	C6H2F4S2
Molecular Weight	214.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Benzenedithiol, 3,4,5,6-tetrafluoro-; Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-dithiol; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluorobenzene-1,2-dithiol; Perfluorobenzene-1,2-dithiol; TFBzDT; 1,2-Dimercaptotetrafluorobenzene; 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,2-dimercaptobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4,5,6-Tetrafluoro-1,2-Benzenedithiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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