Description

1-Nitro-3-[(Trifluoromethyl)Thio]Benzene is a specialized aromatic compound featuring both a nitro group and a trifluoromethylthio moiety, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its unique electronic properties can be leveraged. Industrial researchers and process chemists in fine chemical and life science R&D need this high-purity intermediate to enable the synthesis of novel, high-performance molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring fluorinated or sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethylthio group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitutions, and as a substrate for further functionalization in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the nitro and sulfur groups contribute to color properties and fastness.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Nitro-3-[(Trifluoromethyl)Thio]Benzene
CAS No.	370-47-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4F3NO2S
Molecular Weight	223.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(Trifluoromethyl)thio]nitrobenzene; 1-Nitro-3-(trifluoromethylthio)benzene; m-Nitro(trifluoromethylthio)benzene; Benzene, 1-nitro-3-[(trifluoromethyl)thio]-; 3-Nitro-alpha,alpha,α-trifluorothioanisole; 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)nitrobenzene; NSC 406914
EINECS	206-732-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Nitro-3-[(Trifluoromethyl)Thio]Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.