Description

2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Sulfanyl]-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenecarbonitrile is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic nitrile derivative featuring a sulfanyl linkage and a trifluoromethyl group. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in modern synthetic chemistry. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the stability imparted by the trifluoromethyl group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for synthesizing functional polymers and liquid crystals with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Enables the construction of complex molecules for research in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Sulfanyl]-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenecarbonitrile
CAS No.	212691-83-3
Molecular Formula	C15H10F3NOS
Molecular Weight	309.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-[(4-methoxyphenyl)thio]benzonitrile; 2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)thio]-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile; 2-(4-Methoxyphenylsulfanyl)-5-trifluoromethylbenzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-[(4-methoxyphenyl)thio]-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 212691-83-3; 2-(p-Methoxyphenylthio)-5-trifluoromethylbenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Sulfanyl]-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzenecarbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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