Description

2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-(Methylthio)-1,3,4-Thiadiazole is a high-value, fluorinated heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a trifluoromethyl group and a thiadiazole core, provides exceptional chemical stability and reactivity, making it indispensable for developing novel materials and active ingredients. This intermediate is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for creating next-generation products with enhanced performance.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiadiazole ring.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated motifs.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials where thermal stability and specific electronic properties are required.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a valuable reagent for introducing the trifluoromethylthiadiazole moiety into complex molecules, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-(Methylthio)-1,3,4-Thiadiazole
CAS No.	32539-16-5
Molecular Formula	C4H3F3N2S2
Molecular Weight	200.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Methylthio)-2-(trifluoromethyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazole; 2-Trifluoromethyl-5-methylthio-1,3,4-thiadiazole; 5-Methylthio-2-trifluoromethyl-1,3,4-thiadiazole; MTFTD; 1,3,4-Thiadiazole, 2-(trifluoromethyl)-5-(methylthio)-; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-methylsulfanyl-1,3,4-thiadiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-(Methylthio)-1,3,4-Thiadiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.