Description

2,4-Dibromo-6-Methylphenyl Trifluoromethyl Sulphoxide is a high-value organosulfur compound featuring a trifluoromethylsulfinyl group, which is a key structural motif in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and critical building block for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its unique halogenated and fluorinated aromatic system enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the dibromo-methylphenyl core.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with enhanced thermal and chemical stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitutions to introduce complex, fluorinated aromatic groups into target molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel chiral or electron-deficient ligands for asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dibromo-6-Methylphenyl Trifluoromethyl Sulphoxide
CAS No.	223683-76-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5Br2F3OS
Molecular Weight	377.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dibromo-6-methyl-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene sulfoxide; 1,3-Dibromo-2-methyl-5-[(trifluoromethyl)sulfinyl]benzene; (2,4-Dibromo-6-methylphenyl)(trifluoromethyl)sulfoxide; α,α,α-Trifluoro-2,4-dibromo-6-methyltoluene sulfoxide; Trifluoromethyl 2,4-dibromo-6-methylphenyl sulfoxide
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromo-6-Methylphenyl Trifluoromethyl Sulphoxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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