Description

Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic compound, also known as 1,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene. This specialty chemical is valued for its unique combination of aromatic stability and the powerful electron-withdrawing properties of the trifluoromethyl groups, making it an essential building block in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorine atoms contribute to biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for sophisticated ligands in catalysis and organometallic chemistry, enabling novel reaction pathways.
• Advanced Material Production: Incorporated into polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials to impart chemical resistance, thermal stability, and specific optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex fluorinated molecules in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	26545-61-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4F6
Molecular Weight	214.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene; m-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene; α,α,α,α',α',α'-Hexafluoro-m-xylene; m-Xylene hexafluoride; Benzene, 1,3-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 1,3-Di(trifluoromethyl)benzene; Hexafluoro-m-xylene
EINECS	247-816-7

Quality Control

Our Bis(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is compatible with most common organic solvent containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density at 20°C	~1.42 g/mL
Boiling Point	~116-118°C

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