Description

Trichloromethyl Free Radical is a highly reactive intermediate species of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate radical-based reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular frameworks. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise control over radical reaction pathways.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key reagent for introducing the trichloromethyl group into target molecules via radical addition or substitution reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of compounds with halogenated motifs for enhanced bioactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as an initiator or modifier in radical polymerization processes and in the surface functionalization of polymers.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of advanced pesticides and herbicides where chlorinated structures are required.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of specialty chemicals, dyes, and fragrances through controlled radical chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical tool for mechanistic studies and the development of new radical reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trichloromethyl Free Radical
CAS No.	3170-80-7
Molecular Formula	CCl3
Molecular Weight	118.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Trichloromethyl Radical; •CCl3; Trichloromethyl; Carbon Trichloride Radical; Trichloromethane Radical; CCl3 Radical; Trichloromethyl Group; Trichloromethyl Species
EINECS	221-641-6

Quality Control

Our production of Trichloromethyl Free Radical adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your research and process needs. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and stability is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its reactive nature, appropriate safety measures for handling reactive chemical intermediates should be observed. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Contact for details
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (Assay)	≥ 95% (by GC or NMR)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents
Stability	Light-sensitive, reactive intermediate

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